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DY02 UPV

2002 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,002 mi
Last recorded89,002 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 UPV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 89,002 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 85,016 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 84,949 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2012 80,013 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 72,011 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 71,696 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

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

clutch anti slip rubber missing

Pass 30 Apr 2010 62,524 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 56,549 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 56,549 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 54,177 miles

both rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

front brake pads getting low

offside rear handbrake not working as well as nearside rear

Fail 3 Jul 2008 54,177 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

front brake pads getting low

offside rear handbrake not working as well as nearside rear

Pass 12 Jul 2007 45,300 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 40,992 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 40,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DY02 UPV is a 2002 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 DY02 UPV, 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 24 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 DY02 UPV?

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What year was DY02 UPV registered?

DY02 UPV is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is DY02 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 UPV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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