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BK54 HVF

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,921 mi
Last recorded37,921 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 HVF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 37,921 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 35,659 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 34,182 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 33,644 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 32,668 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 31,668 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 31,453 miles

slight play in offside track rod end

Pass 27 Jul 2018 30,829 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,303 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 30,204 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 May 2015 29,961 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 29,640 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 29,297 miles

slight movement in n/s/f shock absorber bottom rose joint

Pass 11 Jun 2012 28,431 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 27,478 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,119 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,170 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 25,170 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 23,085 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 23,083 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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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BK54 HVF is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BK54 HVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BK54 HVF?

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What year was BK54 HVF registered?

BK54 HVF is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is BK54 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK54 HVF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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