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AP04 WTL

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

37,009 mi
Last recorded37,009 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 WTL
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 37,009 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 37,009 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 35,128 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 31,398 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 28,772 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Overheated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 27,004 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 24,444 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 21,818 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 21,818 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 18,372 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 16,583 miles

drivers seat cannot be adjusted

Fail 8 Dec 2018 16,583 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

drivers seat cannot be adjusted

Pass 7 Dec 2017 13,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge starting to crack (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 13,246 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge starting to crack (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 12,567 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 11,805 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 11,557 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 11,199 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 10,668 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 10,188 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 9,507 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 8,598 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 8,012 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 6,757 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 5,341 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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AP04 WTL is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 AP04 WTL, 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.

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What year was AP04 WTL registered?

AP04 WTL is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 13 March 2004.

Is AP04 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 WTL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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