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LR04 VLJ

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

54,046 mi
Last recorded54,046 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 VLJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 54,046 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 48,310 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 42,710 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 38,254 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 34,341 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 34,341 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 33,297 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 33,003 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 33,003 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 32,228 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 32,228 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 31,645 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 31,499 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 29,833 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 28,519 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 26,832 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 26,832 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,745 miles

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE DISCS SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,380 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 26,379 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 23,952 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,213 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 17,483 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 VLJ is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VLJ, 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

How do I check the history of LR04 VLJ?

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What year was LR04 VLJ registered?

LR04 VLJ is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is LR04 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 VLJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR04 VLJ have outstanding finance?

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