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C26 MCV

2004 MG Tf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,273 mi
Last recorded25,273 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 MCV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 25,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 23,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 20,088 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 19,975 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated/corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2021 19,805 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated/corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2021 19,805 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated/corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2020 19,684 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated/corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2019 19,594 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 19,101 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 19,101 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 18,420 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 18,415 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 16,442 miles

All tyre's badly perished

Nearside Wipers poor

Pass 22 Jan 2016 16,096 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 15,737 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 14,825 miles

rear tyre`s slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2012 10,850 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 10,438 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 8,620 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 8,614 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 8,591 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,619 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 6,661 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,038 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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C26 MCV is a 2004 MG Tf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C26 MCV, 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 C26 MCV?

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What year was C26 MCV registered?

C26 MCV is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is C26 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 MCV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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