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BW04 ZYZ

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,516 mi
Last recorded17,516 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 ZYZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 17,516 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 17,494 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2025 17,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 17,484 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,402 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 17,140 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 17,139 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 16,739 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 16,734 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 16,622 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 16,119 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 16,119 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 15,746 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Apr 2018 15,746 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NS and OS (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 15,674 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 15,056 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 14,750 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,193 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 13,700 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 13,343 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,809 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 11,983 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 11,399 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 10,568 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 9,294 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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BW04 ZYZ is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW04 ZYZ, 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 BW04 ZYZ?

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What year was BW04 ZYZ registered?

BW04 ZYZ is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is BW04 ZYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW04 ZYZ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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