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YP53 PFK

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

62,448 mi
Last recorded62,448 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 PFK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 62,448 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 62,387 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 61,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 61,520 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 61,175 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 60,756 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 60,756 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 60,027 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 60,027 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,271 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 57,228 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 56,364 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 55,151 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 54,323 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 53,082 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 51,641 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 47,228 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 41,910 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 36,985 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 31,417 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 25,756 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 19,625 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,827 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 PFK is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 PFK, 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 PFK registered?

YP53 PFK is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is YP53 PFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 PFK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YP53 PFK have outstanding finance?

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