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FL54 VFA

2004 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,531 mi
Last recorded66,531 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 VFA
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2014 66,531 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 64,859 miles

Complete exhaust system corroded

N/S/F lower shock absorber mount worn

Pass 24 Feb 2012 62,827 miles

Both front sub-frame mounting brackets corroded

Exhaust system deteriorating/corroded

Slight play in both front upper suspension ball joints

Fail 24 Feb 2012 62,827 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both front sub-frame mounting brackets corroded

Exhaust system deteriorating/corroded

Slight play in both front upper suspension ball joints

Fail 21 Jan 2012 62,682 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 60,377 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 57,037 miles

Coolant pipes badly corroded

complete exhaust system badly corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2010 57,037 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Coolant pipes badly corroded

complete exhaust system badly corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2009 52,825 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 52,821 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 45,974 miles

strap on exhaust silencer is broken

Fail 18 Feb 2008 45,970 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear discs are corroded on inner faces

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

strap on exhaust silencer is broken

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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FL54 VFA is a 2004 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL54 VFA, 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 FL54 VFA registered?

FL54 VFA is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 25 September 2004.

Is FL54 VFA safe to buy?

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