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W888 JMS

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,941 mi
Last recorded43,941 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW888 JMS
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 43,941 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 43,862 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 43,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,435 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 43,338 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 43,338 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,209 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 41,993 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 41,527 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 41,527 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 41,265 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 41,265 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 38,317 miles

wiper blades beggining to split

Fail 24 Sep 2011 38,317 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wiper blades beggining to split

Pass 11 Sep 2010 35,590 miles

Battery insecure

flags displayed on front + rear number plates

high level stop light not working

wear on offside + nearside front tyre inner + outer edges

Pass 14 Sep 2009 33,713 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 29,132 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 25,049 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 17,965 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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W888 JMS is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W888 JMS, 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 W888 JMS?

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What year was W888 JMS registered?

W888 JMS is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is W888 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W888 JMS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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