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YB03 WFA

2003 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,643 mi
Last recorded60,643 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 WFA
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 60,643 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 60,463 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 60,379 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 60,117 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 59,810 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 58,765 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Aug 2016 58,752 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 54,801 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 51,028 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2014 51,028 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 46,616 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 46,507 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 46,141 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 42,593 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 37,582 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 32,492 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 29,075 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 23,361 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 23,361 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Pass 5 May 2006 12,417 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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YB03 WFA is a 2003 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YB03 WFA, 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 YB03 WFA?

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What year was YB03 WFA registered?

YB03 WFA is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is YB03 WFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB03 WFA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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