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C16 SED

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,060 mi
Last recorded47,060 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 SED
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 47,060 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 46,709 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 46,542 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 46,452 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 46,378 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,080 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 45,585 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 45,442 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 44,736 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 43,691 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 42,756 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 40,861 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 39,533 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 38,015 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 34,831 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 31,285 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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C16 SED is a 2002 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C16 SED, 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

How do I check the history of C16 SED?

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What year was C16 SED registered?

C16 SED is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is C16 SED safe to buy?

The MOT history for C16 SED shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C16 SED have outstanding finance?

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