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MT04 JAR

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,538 mi
Last recorded8,538 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT04 JAR
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 8,538 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 17 Aug 2023 8,529 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 8,488 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 8,089 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 7,639 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 7,143 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 7,135 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 7,131 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 5,518 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 5,518 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 4,715 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 4,702 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 4,680 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 4,661 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,643 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 4,622 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 4,586 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 4,476 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 3,897 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 3,145 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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MT04 JAR is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MT04 JAR, 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 MT04 JAR registered?

MT04 JAR is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 April 2004.

Is MT04 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT04 JAR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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