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LR04 VKF

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

45,149 mi
Last recorded45,149 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 VKF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 45,149 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 45,149 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bolt on mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 43,473 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 43,473 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 43,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 43,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 42,588 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 42,588 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 41,810 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 41,232 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 39,575 miles

Coolant pipe under car corroded and starting to leak

Engine coolant low

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Washer jet not working

Offside Rear Brake performance low and disc wear uneven.

Pass 3 May 2018 38,384 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside front tyre cracking perrishing

Offside handbrake requires attention

Offside washer jet weak and leaking into luggage compartment

Pass 7 Apr 2017 37,772 miles

Both front tyres are starting to deteriorate and are 14 years old, advise changing

Pass 5 May 2016 36,098 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding and rear discs rusted

Pass 6 Mar 2015 35,574 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 33,951 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 31,444 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,197 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 28,806 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 27,133 miles

slight wear in nearside front lower shock absorber mounting

Pass 3 Mar 2009 24,815 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 24,815 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,956 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 18,555 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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LR04 VKF is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LR04 VKF, 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 LR04 VKF registered?

LR04 VKF is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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The MOT history for LR04 VKF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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