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BX03 ZZB

2003 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,070 mi
Last recorded51,070 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 ZZB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 51,070 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,980 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 46,977 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)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 46,083 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 44,550 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 42,425 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 40,906 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 38,539 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 34,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 34,900 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 28,162 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 24,409 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 21,861 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 21,861 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 21,205 miles

both front tyres inner edges slightly scrubbed

Pass 23 May 2006 14,474 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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BX03 ZZB is a 2003 MG Tf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BX03 ZZB, 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.

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What year was BX03 ZZB registered?

BX03 ZZB is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is BX03 ZZB safe to buy?

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