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YR53 AEO

2003 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,243 mi
Last recorded57,243 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 AEO
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 57,243 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 57,101 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 56,859 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 56,584 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 56,572 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 56,362 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 56,362 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 55,441 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 55,073 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 54,561 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 51,927 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 49,917 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 49,893 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 38,985 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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YR53 AEO is a 2003 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 YR53 AEO, 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

How do I check the history of YR53 AEO?

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What year was YR53 AEO registered?

YR53 AEO is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YR53 AEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 AEO shows 14 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.

Does YR53 AEO have outstanding finance?

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