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YE53 VKT

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,475 mi
Last recorded28,475 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 VKT
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 28,475 miles

slight water leak under vehicle at front on main pipe

Pass 9 Aug 2019 28,374 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 28,361 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 27,986 miles

Nearside Rear tyre getting near 2mm wear bars

front tyres cracked round tread

Pass 22 Jun 2017 27,734 miles

Front tyres cracked and n/s/r cracked slightly

Pass 27 May 2016 27,462 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 27,012 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 26,716 miles

slight cracking to all tyres

Pass 1 May 2013 26,315 miles

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

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

slight cracking all tyres

surface corrosion various parts and components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,070 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 25,659 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 25,105 miles

washers weak

Fail 30 Mar 2010 25,105 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

slight bind n/s/r brake

slight bind o/s/r brake

washers weak

Pass 27 Mar 2009 23,896 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 22,243 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 18,900 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 18,900 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YE53 VKT is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YE53 VKT, 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 YE53 VKT?

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What year was YE53 VKT registered?

YE53 VKT is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is YE53 VKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE53 VKT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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