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AL02 ALW

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

22,537 mi
Last recorded22,537 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL02 ALW
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 22,537 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 22,537 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 22,515 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 22,439 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 22,418 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 22,369 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 22,197 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 22,176 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 19 Jun 2017 21,911 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 21,888 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 21,740 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 16 Jun 2014 21,409 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,226 miles

front brake discs worn on inner faces

Pass 1 Jun 2012 20,963 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,639 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 19,873 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 19,357 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 18,620 miles

slight play near side rear hub

Fail 29 Jun 2007 17,605 miles

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

slight play in nearside rear hub

Pass 29 Jun 2007 17,605 miles

slight play in nearside rear hub

Pass 8 Apr 2006 15,812 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 15,806 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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AL02 ALW is a 2002 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 AL02 ALW, 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 24 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 AL02 ALW registered?

AL02 ALW is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 13 April 2002.

Is AL02 ALW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL02 ALW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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