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YS51 TXB

2002 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,044 mi
Last recorded59,044 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS51 TXB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 59,044 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion evident areas exposed chassis

corrosion/pitting evident areas steel brake pipes

exhaust blow at flexi pipe

unable to check areas of vehicle in a satisfactory manner due to vehicle type/construction

Fail 3 Nov 2011 59,044 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion evident areas exposed chassis

corrosion/pitting evident areas steel brake pipes

exhaust blow at flexi pipe

unable to check areas of vehicle in a satisfactory manner due to vehicle type/construction

Pass 4 Nov 2010 58,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion evident areas suspension units & mount areas

Pass 18 Nov 2009 57,545 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 56,118 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 55,397 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 48,974 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 48,974 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust sileencer bracket broken

Offside front tyre worn low on the inside edge

Pass 13 May 2006 40,732 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 40,732 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YS51 TXB is a 2002 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YS51 TXB, 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 24 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 YS51 TXB?

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What year was YS51 TXB registered?

YS51 TXB is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is YS51 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS51 TXB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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