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FM04 MWJ

2004 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,376 mi
Last recorded30,376 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 MWJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 30,376 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 26,078 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 24,113 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 24,107 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 24,107 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 23,908 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 23,851 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 23,853 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 23,837 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 23,829 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 23,625 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 15,471 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 15,470 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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FM04 MWJ is a 2004 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FM04 MWJ, 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 FM04 MWJ registered?

FM04 MWJ is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is FM04 MWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 MWJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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