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VIB 8470

2002 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,524 mi
Last recorded63,524 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 8470
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 63,524 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 63,476 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 63,164 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 63,164 miles

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 62,489 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

centre stop light slight fault.

Pass 23 Mar 2009 61,849 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 61,499 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 61,494 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 60,422 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 48,950 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 48,950 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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VIB 8470 is a 2002 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VIB 8470, 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

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What year was VIB 8470 registered?

VIB 8470 is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is VIB 8470 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 8470 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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