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FH04 VYP

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

23,448 mi
Last recorded23,448 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 VYP
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2026 23,448 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 23,048 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 23,030 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 23,028 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 22,127 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 22,106 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 21,863 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,633 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 21,425 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 21,150 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jun 2016 21,145 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

EML on dashboard

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 19,640 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 19,107 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 18,850 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 18,850 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

engine management warning light illuminated

Pass 11 Jun 2012 18,337 miles

Both rear tyres worn heavily on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2011 17,255 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre has low tread

Fail 14 Jun 2010 16,214 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 16,214 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 14,832 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 13,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,905 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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FH04 VYP is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FH04 VYP, 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 FH04 VYP registered?

FH04 VYP is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is FH04 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH04 VYP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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