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GY04 XJC

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,129 mi
Last recorded19,129 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 XJC
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 19,129 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 19,129 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 17,717 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 17,073 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 16,353 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 16,087 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 15,898 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 15,603 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 15,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2018 14,962 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 14,830 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 14,573 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 14,468 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)

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

SURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

SURFACE CORROSION ON FLOOR, CHASSIS ,SUB FRAMES, SUSPENSION AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

Pass 12 May 2012 14,468 miles

SURFACE CORROSION ON BRAKE PIPES

SURFACE CORROSION ON FLOOR, CHASSIS ,SUB FRAMES, SUSPENSION AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS

Pass 2 Dec 2010 14,411 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 14,411 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 14,132 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 13,553 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 13,553 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2007 13,017 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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GY04 XJC is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GY04 XJC, 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 GY04 XJC registered?

GY04 XJC is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 May 2004.

Is GY04 XJC safe to buy?

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