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CV03 UPY

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,079 mi
Last recorded93,079 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV03 UPY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 93,079 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 93,068 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 91,695 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 90,733 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 88,240 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 83,756 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 81,426 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 80,348 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 78,258 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 76,570 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 74,083 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 68,328 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 64,812 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 58,189 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 58,189 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 May 2009 54,725 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 54,725 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 39,734 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 39,734 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 34,569 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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CV03 UPY is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CV03 UPY, 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

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What year was CV03 UPY registered?

CV03 UPY is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is CV03 UPY safe to buy?

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