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LY04 FAM

2004 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,363 mi
Last recorded29,363 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 FAM
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 29,363 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 29,308 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 29,172 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 29,076 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 28,794 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 28,766 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 28,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 27,965 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 27,965 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40 ZR 16 86W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2018 27,391 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 25,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 22,719 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,703 miles

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)

Pass 1 May 2013 18,213 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2012 15,332 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,244 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 12,721 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,859 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,769 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 7,110 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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LY04 FAM is a 2004 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LY04 FAM, 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 LY04 FAM registered?

LY04 FAM is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is LY04 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY04 FAM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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