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AS03 MGF

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,501 mi
Last recorded45,501 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS03 MGF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 45,501 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 45,421 miles

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside rusty

Pass 24 Aug 2022 45,059 miles

Corrosion to parts of front and rear suspension

Pass 7 Apr 2021 43,773 miles

Battery weak,!

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 41,536 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 41,067 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 39,655 miles

Slight play in a n.s.r suspension bush

Pass 3 Apr 2017 37,325 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 36,161 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,394 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,504 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 32,786 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 32,786 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 28,400 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 27,662 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 24,330 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 20,543 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 18,271 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

offside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2007 17,855 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 17,008 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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AS03 MGF is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AS03 MGF, 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 AS03 MGF registered?

AS03 MGF is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is AS03 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS03 MGF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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