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BN53 OGV

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,998 mi
Last recorded90,998 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 OGV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 90,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 83,227 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 75,064 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 72,655 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 72,099 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2020 72,081 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 May 2017 71,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 68,972 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sets (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 68,189 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 63,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 60,539 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 53,240 miles

1 washer jet on o/s inop and pump weak

Pass 16 Oct 2009 45,562 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,690 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 31,292 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 24,139 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 OGV is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OGV, 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 OGV?

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What year was BN53 OGV registered?

BN53 OGV is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BN53 OGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 OGV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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