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ESL 252

2000 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,670 mi
Last recorded13,670 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 MG Tf52,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESL 252
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2023 13,670 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 13,527 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 13,415 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 13,364 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 13,260 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 13,116 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 13,010 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 12,803 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 12,680 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 12,343 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 11,771 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 11,455 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 11,168 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 10,903 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 9,492 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 8,584 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 8,435 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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ESL 252 is a 2000 MG Tf in Red with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 52,699 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 ESL 252, 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 26 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 ESL 252?

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What year was ESL 252 registered?

ESL 252 is a 2000 MG Tf, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is ESL 252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESL 252 shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESL 252 have outstanding finance?

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