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YK03 VXS

2003 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,777 mi
Last recorded39,777 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 VXS
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 39,777 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 39,772 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 39,772 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 38,556 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,934 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 88,776 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2017 34,929 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 29,783 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,100 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,317 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,242 miles

3rd brake light inoperative

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

offside rear outer sill slightly damaged

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 8 Mar 2010 19,707 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 16,965 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 14,010 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 11,627 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 9,869 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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YK03 VXS is a 2003 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YK03 VXS, 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 YK03 VXS registered?

YK03 VXS is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is YK03 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK03 VXS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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