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BX52 VTF

2002 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,283 mi
Last recorded16,283 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 VTF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 16,283 miles

all 4 tyres over 10 years old

front and back suspension slightly corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2025 16,267 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 16,245 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 16,188 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s.o/s. front and back (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 16,171 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 16,157 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 16,157 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 16,064 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 16,050 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 16,036 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 16,022 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 15,978 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 15,966 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 15,897 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 15,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 15,817 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 15,449 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,215 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 14,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 14,234 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 13,328 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 13,328 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 10,651 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 8,629 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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BX52 VTF is a 2002 MG Tf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 BX52 VTF, 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 24 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX52 VTF registered?

BX52 VTF is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BX52 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX52 VTF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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