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WU53 VXL

2003 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,736 mi
Last recorded60,736 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 VXL
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 60,736 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 May 2018 60,736 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly worn on edges & perished.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in tread & perished.

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Mar 2017 60,445 miles

Nearside Rear Brake slightly grabbing.

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing slightly on edges.

Offside Rear Tyre wearing slightly on edges.

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 59,465 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 59,245 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 58,987 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 57,558 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 49,547 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 41,533 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 38,663 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 32,465 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 25,324 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 25,259 miles

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

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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WU53 VXL is a 2003 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WU53 VXL, 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

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What year was WU53 VXL registered?

WU53 VXL is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WU53 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 VXL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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