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AO53 SWK

2003 MG Tf

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,433 mi
Last recorded30,433 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 SWK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 30,433 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 30,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 28,746 miles

All 4x tyres perished no cords exposed

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 22,725 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,249 miles

o/s/r tyre sidewall starting to split

Pass 20 Aug 2014 13,450 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,299 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 12,544 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 11,060 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 10,063 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 6,491 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 4,550 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 3,861 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 3,034 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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AO53 SWK is a 2003 MG Tf in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AO53 SWK, 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 AO53 SWK registered?

AO53 SWK is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is AO53 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 SWK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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