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DF03 EDP

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

64,852 mi
Last recorded64,852 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 EDP
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 64,852 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 64,469 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 64,150 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 62,637 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 62,534 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 62,438 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 62,134 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 61,874 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 61,874 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 61,522 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 61,055 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 60,586 miles

underside very rusty in places

Fail 21 Feb 2014 59,809 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 59,809 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 59,591 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,529 miles

REAR EXHAUST STRAP BROKEN OK TIME OFF TEST

Pass 20 Jun 2011 52,693 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 9 Jul 2010 48,875 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 44,685 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 36,236 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 36,236 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 29,142 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,907 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DF03 EDP is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DF03 EDP, 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 DF03 EDP?

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What year was DF03 EDP registered?

DF03 EDP is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is DF03 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 EDP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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