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VX52 FXB

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

60,985 mi
Last recorded60,985 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX52 FXB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 60,985 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Jul 2022 60,985 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL BRAKE DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2019 59,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 59,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 54,762 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres perished

Fail 8 Oct 2018 54,762 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front tyres perished

Pass 11 Oct 2017 50,445 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 50,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 47,545 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

SLIGHT PLAY NEARSIDE FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM

SLIGHT PLAY NEARSIDE REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSH

Fail 7 Oct 2016 47,545 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED

Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH REAR (1.4.A.2f)

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

SLIGHT PLAY NEARSIDE FRONT UPPER SUSPENSION ARM

SLIGHT PLAY NEARSIDE REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSH

Pass 5 Jul 2016 42,758 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 39,981 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 37,830 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 34,247 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 32,738 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 30,342 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 30,341 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front brake discs extreemely pitted on inner faces

front brake pads wearing low

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 14 Oct 2009 27,191 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 25,346 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 23,344 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 21,080 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 21,077 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres on limit

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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VX52 FXB 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 68.2%.

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 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 VX52 FXB, 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 VX52 FXB registered?

VX52 FXB is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 7 September 2002.

Is VX52 FXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX52 FXB shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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