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BL53 AFA

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,572 mi
Last recorded28,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 AFA
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 28,572 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 27,259 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 26,571 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 25,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 24,478 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 23,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,532 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 21,482 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2018 20,343 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 20,343 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2017 19,716 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play

nearside twin washer not working

rear tyre treads getting low

Pass 10 May 2016 19,325 miles

offside blade is torn

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 14 May 2015 18,991 miles

near side washer delivery is poor, off side washer aim is high, centre stop lamp has bulbs not working, off side wiper blade is torn, play in near side rear wheel bearing

Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,869 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 16,491 miles

engine leaking oil

Pass 8 Sep 2010 14,878 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 13,539 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,472 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 11,472 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 10,321 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 10,321 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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BL53 AFA is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BL53 AFA, 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

How do I check the history of BL53 AFA?

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What year was BL53 AFA registered?

BL53 AFA is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is BL53 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 AFA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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