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AP04 HFC

2004 MG Tf 160

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,997 mi
Last recorded5,997 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 MG Tf 16028,459 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 HFC
MakeMG
ModelTf 160
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 5,997 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 5,980 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 5,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 5,841 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 5,656 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 5,278 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 4,501 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 3,654 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf 160?

Based on 503 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
4,634
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 10
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AP04 HFC is a 2004 MG Tf 160 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 MG Tf 160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 28,459 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf 160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP04 HFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf 160 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this MG Tf 160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP04 HFC registered?

AP04 HFC is a 2004 MG Tf 160, first registered on 14 June 2004.

Is AP04 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 HFC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP04 HFC have outstanding finance?

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