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MG02 LES

2004 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,731 mi
Last recorded46,731 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG02 LES
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 46,731 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 45,790 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 45,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2023 44,476 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 41,638 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 40,465 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 39,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 37,072 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 30,809 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 24,420 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 23,553 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 21,484 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 19,345 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 17,689 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 16,234 miles

cary out emission no rpm

Pass 4 Feb 2011 14,750 miles

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

n/s front break lower then o/f

Pass 28 Jan 2010 13,202 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 11,623 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 11,623 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 9,861 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 8,230 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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MG02 LES is a 2004 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MG02 LES, 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.

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What year was MG02 LES registered?

MG02 LES is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is MG02 LES safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG02 LES shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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