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WV53 FZF

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,692 mi
Last recorded20,692 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 FZF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 20,692 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 20,659 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 20,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 19,619 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 19,007 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 17,517 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 15,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 15,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 15,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

eml light on

Pass 16 Dec 2012 15,297 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 14,220 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 12,927 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 11,484 miles

catalytic converter hitting rear tie bar mounting

Pass 16 Jan 2009 10,210 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 9,141 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 6,584 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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WV53 FZF is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WV53 FZF, 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 WV53 FZF registered?

WV53 FZF is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is WV53 FZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 FZF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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