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VN54 XEW

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

32,599 mi
Last recorded32,599 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 XEW
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 32,599 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 32,598 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 31,736 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 31,470 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 31,470 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 29,807 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 28,965 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 28,632 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 28,272 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,561 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 26,972 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 26,953 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 26,703 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 26,611 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 26,611 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 26,515 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 26,180 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 26,085 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 26,062 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 22,491 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 16,260 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 12,841 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 8,399 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 Nov 2007 8,399 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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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VN54 XEW is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 VN54 XEW, 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 VN54 XEW registered?

VN54 XEW is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 28 November 2004.

Is VN54 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN54 XEW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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