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DU54 XPF

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,086 mi
Last recorded82,086 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU54 XPF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 82,086 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2017 82,082 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure one bolt snapped (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure one bolt snapped (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 81,132 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 81,131 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2016 81,110 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear outer sill has slight corrosion

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 65,633 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 65,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,838 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,935 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 53,929 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 50,765 miles

Front wipers split at ends but still clearing screen

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 46,083 miles

Exhaust strap broken

Rear inner brake pads getting low

Fail 8 Apr 2011 46,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust strap broken

Rear inner brake pads getting low

Pass 20 Mar 2010 37,466 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 27,704 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 23,074 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 23,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 23,048 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 19,274 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 19,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DU54 XPF is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU54 XPF, 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.

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What year was DU54 XPF registered?

DU54 XPF is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 26 October 2004.

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