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BN53 DKE

2003 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,096 mi
Last recorded23,096 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 DKE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 23,096 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 19,990 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 18,950 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,826 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 17,870 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 16,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 15,071 miles

Front brakes wearing thin

Front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 23 May 2015 13,829 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 11,205 miles

front brakes sticking slightly

Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,447 miles

SRS light on

Fail 13 Sep 2012 10,447 miles

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

SRS light on

Pass 24 Aug 2011 10,416 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 10,059 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 9,887 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 9,621 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 9,446 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 9,322 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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BN53 DKE is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BN53 DKE, 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 BN53 DKE?

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What year was BN53 DKE registered?

BN53 DKE is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is BN53 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 DKE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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