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YH52 VPA

2002 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,441 mi
Last recorded6,441 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH52 VPA
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2015 6,441 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 6,138 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 5,924 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 5,827 miles

front discs corroding on inner faces

Fail 22 Sep 2011 5,827 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

front discs corroding on inner faces

Pass 17 Sep 2010 5,813 miles

f/ discs corroding

Pass 15 Sep 2009 5,781 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 5,664 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 5,397 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 4,929 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 4,219 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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YH52 VPA is a 2002 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 YH52 VPA, 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 24 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 YH52 VPA?

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What year was YH52 VPA registered?

YH52 VPA is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is YH52 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH52 VPA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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