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YB04 MKV

2004 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,509 mi
Last recorded38,509 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 MKV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 38,509 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 38,265 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 37,827 miles

corrosion to rear sills

Pass 11 May 2018 37,626 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake discs corroded

considerable corrosion under vehicle

Fail 11 May 2018 37,626 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake discs corroded

considerable corrosion under vehicle

Pass 25 Aug 2016 37,479 miles

brakes noisey

offside parking brake weaker

suspension members corroded considerably

unevenly worn rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 24 Aug 2015 37,333 miles

1 horn button inoperative

considerable corrosion under vehicle

offside rear brake disc corroded

sills slightly damaged

unevenly worn rear tyres right at legal limit

Fail 18 Aug 2015 37,329 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

1 horn button inoperative

considerable corrosion under vehicle

offside rear brake disc corroded

sills slightly damaged

unevenly worn rear tyres right at legal limit

Pass 8 Jul 2014 36,466 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 34,057 miles

Offside Rear Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 31,458 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 26,792 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 21,905 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 15,911 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 11,334 miles

rear nearside tyre inner sidewall deteriorated

Fail 1 Jul 2008 11,334 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear nearside tyre inner sidewall deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2007 6,097 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 3,647 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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YB04 MKV is a 2004 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YB04 MKV, 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

How do I check the history of YB04 MKV?

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What year was YB04 MKV registered?

YB04 MKV is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is YB04 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB04 MKV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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