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XLZ 8201

2003 MG Tf

Red Other 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,204 mi
Last recorded96,204 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 8201
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 96,204 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 94,798 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2023 94,718 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 92,283 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 89,902 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 89,965 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 88,904 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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XLZ 8201 is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XLZ 8201, 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 XLZ 8201?

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What year was XLZ 8201 registered?

XLZ 8201 is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is XLZ 8201 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLZ 8201 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLZ 8201 have outstanding finance?

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