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VE02 RTV

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,548 mi
Last recorded82,548 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE02 RTV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 82,548 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 79,530 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 76,808 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 74,396 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 72,126 miles

exhaust silencer flange nuts/bolts corroded

nearside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2019 70,102 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 70,102 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 67,269 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 64,734 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 64,259 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 62,665 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 62,655 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 61,635 miles

o/s/f tyre feathering on inside edge

Pass 30 Oct 2012 57,494 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 57,494 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 9 Nov 2011 53,660 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 50,991 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 47,527 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 41,270 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 41,270 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 34,900 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 27,756 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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VE02 RTV is a 2002 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 VE02 RTV, 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 24 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 VE02 RTV?

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What year was VE02 RTV registered?

VE02 RTV is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is VE02 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE02 RTV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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