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BW03 VLB

2003 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,713 mi
Last recorded48,713 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 VLB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2026 48,713 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 46,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 39,686 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 39,423 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 38,593 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 38,580 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 38,477 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 38,187 miles

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Pass 18 Feb 2015 37,311 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 36,673 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 35,483 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 34,663 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 33,933 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 33,420 miles

both front tyre walls cracked

corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,385 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 21,107 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 12,751 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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BW03 VLB is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BW03 VLB, 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 BW03 VLB?

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What year was BW03 VLB registered?

BW03 VLB is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BW03 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 VLB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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