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YM03 RBU

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

25,720 mi
Last recorded25,720 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 RBU
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 25,720 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 25,395 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 25,395 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 24,457 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRIVERS VIEW (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 23,660 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 23,088 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 22,092 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 21,209 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 21,209 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front 20" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 20,268 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 20,253 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 25 Apr 2017 20,253 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 19,764 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,922 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 18,921 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

alternator belt missing

battery light on

Pass 30 May 2014 12,688 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 May 2014 12,687 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,180 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 11,445 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 10,306 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 8,853 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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YM03 RBU is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YM03 RBU, 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 YM03 RBU registered?

YM03 RBU is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is YM03 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM03 RBU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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