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BX53 CCE

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,098 mi
Last recorded12,098 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 CCE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 12,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 12,076 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 11,968 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 11,926 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 11,669 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 11,585 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 11,537 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

wipers worn

Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,494 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 11,234 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 11,230 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 11,017 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 8,782 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 8,548 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 5,611 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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BX53 CCE is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BX53 CCE, 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

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What year was BX53 CCE registered?

BX53 CCE is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is BX53 CCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 CCE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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