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BN53 OUM

2003 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

40,822 mi
Last recorded40,822 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 OUM
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 40,822 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 40,507 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at nearside flange (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 37,118 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 37,108 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 37,059 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 37,052 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2020 36,339 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 35,432 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 35,414 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,946 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 34,351 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 33,220 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 31,338 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,965 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 26,760 miles

front and rear pads low approx 90% worn

Fail 29 Apr 2010 26,760 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front and rear pads low approx 90% worn

Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,461 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 19,295 miles

Steering rack has slight play,

Fail 8 Nov 2007 19,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering rack has slight play,

Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,689 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 OUM is a 2003 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OUM, 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 OUM?

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What year was BN53 OUM registered?

BN53 OUM is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BN53 OUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 OUM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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