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W1 MGF

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,110 mi
Last recorded31,110 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW1 MGF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 31,110 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 31,111 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 30,612 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 30,166 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 29,548 miles

underside covered in underseal

Pass 17 May 2022 28,655 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 26,938 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 26,333 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 26,104 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 25,780 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 25,780 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2017 25,513 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,104 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 24,455 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 24,256 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,475 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 20,840 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 19,090 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 17,212 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 15,421 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 12,893 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,645 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 7,444 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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W1 MGF is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 W1 MGF, 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

How do I check the history of W1 MGF?

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What year was W1 MGF registered?

W1 MGF is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is W1 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W1 MGF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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