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GF52 VZV

2003 MG Tf 160

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

49,894 mi
Last recorded49,894 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 MG Tf 16042,268 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 VZV
MakeMG
ModelTf 160
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,894 miles

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

Oil leak

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

clutch pedal pad rubber worn

Fail 9 Mar 2009 49,894 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

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

clutch pedal pad rubber worn

Pass 26 Mar 2008 41,894 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 41,894 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 25,160 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 21,825 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 21,750 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the MG Tf 160?

Based on 503 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
4,634
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 10
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GF52 VZV is a 2003 MG Tf 160 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 MG Tf 160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 42,268 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 160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF52 VZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf 160 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this MG Tf 160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF52 VZV registered?

GF52 VZV is a 2003 MG Tf 160, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is GF52 VZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 VZV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF52 VZV have outstanding finance?

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