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DG04 UBJ

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

12,942 mi
Last recorded12,942 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 UBJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 12,942 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 12,919 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 12,863 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 12,825 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 12,744 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 12,543 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 12,543 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 12,476 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 12,421 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 12,338 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 12,108 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 11,292 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 11,153 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 10,834 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,723 miles

front & rear inner pads not clearly visible

Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,553 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 10,331 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,938 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 9,298 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 8,919 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 8,521 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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DG04 UBJ is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DG04 UBJ, 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 DG04 UBJ?

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What year was DG04 UBJ registered?

DG04 UBJ is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is DG04 UBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 UBJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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