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BF52 ZPU

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,860 mi
Last recorded56,860 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 ZPU
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 56,860 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2014 56,024 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2013 52,588 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 52,588 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 49,279 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 48,050 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 1 Apr 2011 48,050 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 24 Feb 2010 43,199 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 36,466 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 31,842 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 20,870 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE 2.1MM

Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,982 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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BF52 ZPU is a 2002 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BF52 ZPU, 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.

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What year was BF52 ZPU registered?

BF52 ZPU is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is BF52 ZPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 ZPU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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