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M70 XLY

2004 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

23,057 mi
Last recorded23,057 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 XLY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 23,057 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 15 May 2025 21,851 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2021 21,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jul 2020 19,960 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 19,959 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 18,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 17,065 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 15,867 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,067 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,784 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 11,513 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,193 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,907 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 10,903 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 10,797 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 10,561 miles

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

front discs srongly advise renewal inner surface corroded and pitted

rear discs slightly pitted

Pass 28 Mar 2009 10,063 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 3,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 2,822 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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M70 XLY is a 2004 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M70 XLY, 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 M70 XLY registered?

M70 XLY is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is M70 XLY safe to buy?

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