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X64 MBE

2003 MG Tf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

61,656 mi
Last recorded61,656 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX64 MBE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 61,656 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 61,656 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides front mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 61,652 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front wheel arch trim touches wheel on lock

general corrosion to underbody and suspension parts

Pass 18 Jul 2019 61,648 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Jun 2018 60,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle has general age related corrosion underneath on rear

Fail 11 Jun 2018 60,863 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle has general age related corrosion underneath on rear

Pass 5 Jul 2017 60,859 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on the flexi (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 4 Jul 2017 60,858 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on the flexi (7.1.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Jun 2016 60,850 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Jul 2015 58,285 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 6 Jul 2015 58,278 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 20 May 2014 58,271 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 14 May 2014 58,269 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Jun 2013 57,065 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 55,638 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 55,637 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 28 May 2011 53,371 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2010 51,304 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 51,303 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 7 May 2009 48,145 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 34,508 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 20,297 miles

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

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

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

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

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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X64 MBE is a 2003 MG Tf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 X64 MBE, 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 X64 MBE registered?

X64 MBE is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is X64 MBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X64 MBE 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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