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BN53 VCC

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,246 mi
Last recorded49,246 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 VCC
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 49,246 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 45,842 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 45,837 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 43,508 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 43,507 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,143 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,028 miles

n/s o/s front disc's corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2010 37,014 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

frt brake discs corroded and wear..

Pass 5 Sep 2009 32,466 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 30,454 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 14 Sep 2007 25,400 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 25,400 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 19,836 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 VCC is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VCC, 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 VCC?

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What year was BN53 VCC registered?

BN53 VCC is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BN53 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 VCC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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