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GU04 PVK

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,956 mi
Last recorded66,956 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 PVK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 66,956 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 66,595 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2016 63,680 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2015 59,870 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 8 Mar 2015 59,870 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,390 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 56,390 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 51,739 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 48,520 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 48,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 44,654 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,425 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,087 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 30,926 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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GU04 PVK is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GU04 PVK, 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 GU04 PVK registered?

GU04 PVK is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is GU04 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 PVK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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