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Y900 SDM

2004 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,109 mi
Last recorded80,109 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY900 SDM
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 80,109 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 77,211 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 73,583 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 68,102 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 63,680 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 60,692 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 58,614 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 55,315 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 51,385 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 48,306 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 46,406 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 44,520 miles

nail in nearside front tyre not repairable

nearside front wiper blade split but still clearing screen

slight side to side play on handbrake

spare whhel loose

Pass 31 May 2012 43,408 miles

battery insecure

Pass 4 Dec 2007 42,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 3 Dec 2007 42,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 31,269 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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Y900 SDM is a 2004 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc 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 Y900 SDM, 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 Y900 SDM registered?

Y900 SDM is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is Y900 SDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y900 SDM 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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