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FB04 CWJ

2004 MG Tf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,035 mi
Last recorded26,035 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 CWJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 26,035 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 23,494 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 22,456 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 22,214 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 20,956 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 19,767 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 19,442 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 19,181 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 16,476 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 15,950 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 13,672 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 12,853 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2015 12,853 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 12,040 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 12,040 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 10,764 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 10,764 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 10,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 8,839 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 8,781 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 7,766 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 6,742 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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FB04 CWJ is a 2004 MG Tf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 FB04 CWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB04 CWJ registered?

FB04 CWJ is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is FB04 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB04 CWJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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