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AM53 JYK

2003 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,284 mi
Last recorded47,284 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 JYK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2019 47,284 miles

Parking brake lever worn

Pass 16 Nov 2018 45,432 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 43,811 miles

hornweek & washers req adjustment

Pass 4 Oct 2016 39,305 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 32,753 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 31,357 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 27,092 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 27,092 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 23,505 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 19,881 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 16,222 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 13,163 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 10,490 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 5,781 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 5,188 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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AM53 JYK is a 2003 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AM53 JYK, 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 AM53 JYK?

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What year was AM53 JYK registered?

AM53 JYK is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is AM53 JYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 JYK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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