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YE03 DVZ

2003 MG Tf

Grey Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

46,197 mi
Last recorded46,197 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 DVZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 46,197 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 43,072 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 43,007 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,932 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 39,590 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,590 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 32,585 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 32,585 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 30,925 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 30,919 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 27,167 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 27,167 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,769 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 20,196 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 16,606 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 13,776 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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YE03 DVZ is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YE03 DVZ, 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 YE03 DVZ registered?

YE03 DVZ is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is YE03 DVZ safe to buy?

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