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A1 XTF

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,395 mi
Last recorded16,395 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 XTF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 16,395 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 15,491 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 14,257 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 14,240 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 13,850 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 13,688 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 13,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre on 1.6mm

Pass 17 Apr 2018 12,891 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 12,362 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 11,993 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 10,740 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 7,959 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 7,959 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 6,887 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 5,995 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 4,625 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 3,483 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 1,915 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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A1 XTF is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 43,805 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 XTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 XTF registered?

A1 XTF is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is A1 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 XTF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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