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RJ04 CDY

2004 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,305 mi
Last recorded19,305 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ04 CDY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 19,305 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 18,592 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 17,727 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 16,629 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 15,426 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 14,552 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 14,509 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 14,203 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 13,808 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 13,808 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 13,338 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 12,564 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 12,564 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 11,552 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 11,552 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 10,762 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 9,895 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 9,110 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,822 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 7,822 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 6,968 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 6,968 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 6,031 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 5,284 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,926 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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RJ04 CDY is a 2004 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RJ04 CDY, 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 RJ04 CDY registered?

RJ04 CDY is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 26 March 2004.

Is RJ04 CDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ04 CDY shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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