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AV04 NNL

2004 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,161 mi
Last recorded44,161 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Tf43,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 NNL
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 44,161 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 43,331 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 43,331 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 42,369 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 41,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,175 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 41,175 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 39,437 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,569 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 37,569 miles

Central Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 36,810 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 36,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2016 34,376 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,666 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 30,881 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 30,881 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 29,354 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 28,200 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 28,098 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake discs corroding

Pass 1 Mar 2007 18,875 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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AV04 NNL is a 2004 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 43,805 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 AV04 NNL, 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 22 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 AV04 NNL registered?

AV04 NNL is a 2004 MG Tf, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is AV04 NNL safe to buy?

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