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Y70 SJT

2003 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

41,881 mi
Last recorded41,881 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY70 SJT
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 41,881 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 41,618 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

front tyres 14years old rear n/s 20 years old

Pass 26 Mar 2024 41,051 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 40,957 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 40,515 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 39,966 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 38,770 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 37,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 33,850 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 32,544 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 30,563 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 29,578 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 28,115 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 28,115 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 27,520 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 25,768 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 21,675 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 19,242 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 19,242 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 May 2008 16,836 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 16,836 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 13,586 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 10,631 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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Y70 SJT is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y70 SJT, 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 Y70 SJT registered?

Y70 SJT is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is Y70 SJT safe to buy?

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