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PY54 EFX

2004 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,024 mi
Last recorded84,024 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY54 EFX
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 84,024 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 80,985 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 78,048 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 73,720 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 66,349 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 57,638 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,850 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 31,528 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 31,184 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 30,244 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 28,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 27,155 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 24,222 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 21,385 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 21,343 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 17,674 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 13,457 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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PY54 EFX is a 2004 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PY54 EFX, 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 PY54 EFX?

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What year was PY54 EFX registered?

PY54 EFX is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is PY54 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY54 EFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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