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YR03 EPZ

2003 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,126 mi
Last recorded67,126 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 EPZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 67,126 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2026 67,120 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 66,743 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 66,385 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 65,643 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 65,516 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 65,452 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 63,668 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 55,427 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 45,856 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 35,858 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 29,221 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 28,544 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 28,463 miles

service brake performance just within limits

Pass 20 Mar 2010 27,990 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 27,990 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 26,972 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 26,790 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 26,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,589 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 17,037 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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YR03 EPZ is a 2003 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YR03 EPZ, 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 YR03 EPZ registered?

YR03 EPZ is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is YR03 EPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR03 EPZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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