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BN52 ZWY

2002 MG Tf

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

46,942 mi
Last recorded46,942 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 ZWY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 46,942 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip device missing

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 46,942 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip device missing

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 46,659 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 46,658 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 46,531 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 46,354 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 46,118 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 45,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 45,437 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 44,412 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 43,662 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 43,368 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 43,368 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 43,063 miles

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

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

front and rear nearside tyres perishing and cracking slightly

Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,063 miles

front and rear nearside tyres perishing and cracking slightly

Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,715 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 42,045 miles

nearside front tyre cracking in tread and cuts to tyre wall

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 23 Sep 2011 41,245 miles

front tyres weaing inside

Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,018 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 23,661 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 23,661 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 21,800 miles

cooling fan running through out test but pipes cold

Pass 28 Nov 2007 20,230 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 10,529 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 ZWY is a 2002 MG Tf in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 ZWY, 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

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What year was BN52 ZWY registered?

BN52 ZWY is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 7 October 2002.

Is BN52 ZWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 ZWY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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