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YU03 SYP

2003 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,194 mi
Last recorded88,194 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 SYP
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 88,194 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 80,498 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 73,849 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 64,897 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 54,392 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 44,626 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 34,102 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 26,938 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 26,938 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,739 miles

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

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

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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YU03 SYP is a 2003 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YU03 SYP, 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 YU03 SYP?

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What year was YU03 SYP registered?

YU03 SYP is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is YU03 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 SYP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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