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PL53 YHH

2004 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

45,345 mi
Last recorded45,345 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL53 YHH
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 45,345 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust leak

Fail 25 Mar 2026 45,345 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

exhaust leak

Pass 20 May 2024 43,088 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 39,069 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 39,063 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 32,997 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 30,440 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 27,417 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 21,552 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 21,230 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 20,958 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 20,495 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 19,763 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 18,529 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 18,529 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 17,056 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 15,632 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 14,113 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 14,113 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 12,930 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,663 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 10,014 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 8,607 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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PL53 YHH is a 2004 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 PL53 YHH, 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

How do I check the history of PL53 YHH?

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What year was PL53 YHH registered?

PL53 YHH is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is PL53 YHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL53 YHH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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