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EG02 NRV

2002 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

65,790 mi
Last recorded65,790 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG02 NRV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 65,790 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 65,181 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 65,181 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 65,166 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 65,076 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 64,813 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 64,782 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 64,774 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2016 64,637 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2015 64,085 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 63,023 miles

Coolant leak

after market pedal pads fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2013 60,958 miles

aftermarket brake, clutch and throttle pedal anti slip alloy plates fitted with very small area of rubber but groves cut accross.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 58,934 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2011 54,330 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 50,455 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2010 50,455 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 48,055 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 43,744 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 39,374 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 36,294 miles

front brake pads on legal limits.

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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EG02 NRV is a 2002 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EG02 NRV, 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 EG02 NRV?

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What year was EG02 NRV registered?

EG02 NRV is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is EG02 NRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG02 NRV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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