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C77 TRY

2003 MG Tf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

25,490 mi
Last recorded25,490 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC77 TRY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 25,490 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 25,485 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Pass 3 Jul 2023 25,485 miles

Coolant leak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 25,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 25,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 25,026 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 25,026 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

drivers window inoperative

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,219 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 23,190 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 23,190 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 May 2013 22,397 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 22,160 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 22,160 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 21,578 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 20,974 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 20,179 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 29 Jun 2007 18,327 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2007 18,327 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 15,431 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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C77 TRY is a 2003 MG Tf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 C77 TRY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C77 TRY?

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What year was C77 TRY registered?

C77 TRY is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is C77 TRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C77 TRY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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