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YP53 BWV

2003 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,333 mi
Last recorded39,333 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 BWV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 39,333 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 39,226 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 39,040 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 38,762 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 38,479 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 38,281 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 37,849 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 37,035 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 35,964 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 34,786 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 34,765 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 3 May 2014 34,710 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 31,620 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 30,357 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 30,357 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 28,849 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 26,922 miles

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 25 Apr 2008 21,859 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 18,906 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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YP53 BWV is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YP53 BWV, 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 YP53 BWV registered?

YP53 BWV is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YP53 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 BWV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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