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FY54 NVB

2004 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

60,163 mi
Last recorded60,163 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 NVB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 60,163 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 59,898 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 59,632 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 59,073 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 58,414 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 58,140 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 58,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 57,594 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 57,203 miles

no reverse lights

Pass 8 Mar 2017 56,514 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 55,426 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 53,989 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 53,499 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 52,705 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Mar 2013 52,705 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2012 51,878 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 49,851 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 49,851 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 47,220 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 47,220 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 41,740 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 39,611 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 39,611 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 28,156 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 28,156 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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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FY54 NVB is a 2004 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FY54 NVB, 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 FY54 NVB registered?

FY54 NVB is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 9 September 2004.

Is FY54 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 NVB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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