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VK53 FSP

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,870 mi
Last recorded57,870 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 FSP
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 57,870 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 57,870 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 45,783 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Sep 2014 45,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 43,679 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 41,953 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 41,953 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 39,883 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 39,824 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front brake discs badly corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,520 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 33,290 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 28,943 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 22,461 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 17,141 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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VK53 FSP is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 46,238 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK53 FSP, 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 23 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 VK53 FSP registered?

VK53 FSP is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is VK53 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 FSP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK53 FSP have outstanding finance?

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