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BU04 ULN

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,837 mi
Last recorded76,837 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 ULN
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2015 76,837 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 76,837 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2015 76,827 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 73,553 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 70,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

srs light on

Fail 7 Sep 2012 70,654 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear bumper insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

srs light on

Pass 7 Jun 2011 64,091 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 59,376 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 54,118 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 43,371 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 32,422 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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BU04 ULN is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 43,805 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 BU04 ULN, 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 22 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 BU04 ULN?

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What year was BU04 ULN registered?

BU04 ULN is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is BU04 ULN safe to buy?

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