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BN52 JHE

2002 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,715 mi
Last recorded28,715 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 JHE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,715 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 27,222 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 26,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front track control arm outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 24,873 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 23,523 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 21,971 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 21,457 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 21,212 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 20,555 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 20,483 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 20,434 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 20,388 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 19,839 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 19,414 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,910 miles

Offside Outer Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 17,964 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 17,541 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 17,017 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 15,097 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,097 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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BN52 JHE is a 2002 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BN52 JHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN52 JHE?

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What year was BN52 JHE registered?

BN52 JHE is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is BN52 JHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 JHE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN52 JHE have outstanding finance?

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