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AF53 RBX

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,499 mi
Last recorded58,499 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 RBX
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 58,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,760 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 50,969 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,208 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Aug 2013 47,174 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2012 43,791 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 39,391 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 35,752 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 32,414 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre tread is wearing very low on the inside edge

recommend replace rear brake pads soon

Fail 1 Sep 2009 32,414 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front tyre tread is wearing very low on the inside edge

recommend replace rear brake pads soon

Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,845 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 28,845 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2007 24,929 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 20,335 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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AF53 RBX is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 46,238 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 AF53 RBX, 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 23 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 RBX?

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What year was AF53 RBX registered?

AF53 RBX is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AF53 RBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 RBX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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