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MG04 SLR

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,316 mi
Last recorded21,316 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG04 SLR
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 21,316 miles

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

underside components and suspension mountings have surface corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2016 21,136 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 19,034 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 19,010 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 14,368 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 12,812 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 10,493 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 8,854 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 7,348 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 5,530 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 4,046 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 4,046 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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MG04 SLR is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MG04 SLR, 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 MG04 SLR registered?

MG04 SLR is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is MG04 SLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG04 SLR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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