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VN04 WLW

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,013 mi
Last recorded32,013 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN04 WLW
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 32,013 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 31,527 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 30,618 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 29,995 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 29,835 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 29,546 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 29,247 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 28,806 miles

Both wiper blades split

Pass 27 Apr 2018 28,008 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 28,008 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,595 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 27,217 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 26,894 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 26,488 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 26,488 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 26,083 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 25,689 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,091 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 24,183 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 24,183 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 19,947 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 19,947 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2008 13,438 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 8,625 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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VN04 WLW is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VN04 WLW, 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 VN04 WLW?

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What year was VN04 WLW registered?

VN04 WLW is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is VN04 WLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN04 WLW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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