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AO03 BYV

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,293 mi
Last recorded18,293 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BYV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 18,293 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 16,642 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 12,589 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 12,589 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 11,180 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 11,180 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 9,042 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 9,040 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,295 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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AO03 BYV is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO03 BYV, 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

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What year was AO03 BYV registered?

AO03 BYV is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AO03 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 BYV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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