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CV53 FFZ

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

30,696 mi
Last recorded30,696 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 FFZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 30,696 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 30,411 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 29,918 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 29,153 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 28,382 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 27,738 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 26,719 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 25,371 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 24,963 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 23,149 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 21,932 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 20,736 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 20,421 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,439 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 18,359 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 18,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 16,968 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 15,756 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 14,563 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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CV53 FFZ 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 95%.

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 CV53 FFZ, 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 CV53 FFZ registered?

CV53 FFZ is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CV53 FFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 FFZ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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