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DY02 URF

2002 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

90,657 mi
Last recorded90,657 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 URF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 90,657 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 88,742 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 86,523 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Jun 2022 86,523 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,414 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 81,206 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 79,529 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 78,321 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 74,980 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 71,278 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 67,529 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 64,572 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 60,579 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 51,465 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 44,968 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 37,354 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,672 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 24,954 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 18,422 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 9,117 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005

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 URF is a 2002 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 DY02 URF, 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

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What year was DY02 URF registered?

DY02 URF is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is DY02 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 URF 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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