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YT53 ZMX

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

27,900 mi
Last recorded27,900 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT53 ZMX
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 27,900 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 27,896 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 26,646 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 26,645 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 24,582 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 22,650 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 19,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 19,565 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 16,653 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 16,651 miles

Emissions not tested due to misfire (7.3.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 16,621 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 16,601 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 16,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 16,493 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 16,294 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 16,007 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 15,587 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2008 14,489 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2008 14,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 11,160 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2006 9,425 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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YT53 ZMX is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YT53 ZMX, 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 YT53 ZMX registered?

YT53 ZMX is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is YT53 ZMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT53 ZMX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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