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AV53 SWX

2003 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

9,783 mi
Last recorded9,783 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 SWX
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 9,783 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 9,575 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 9,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 9,527 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 9,347 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 9,343 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 9,244 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 9,083 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 8,883 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 8,716 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 8,463 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 8,343 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 8,064 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 7,980 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 7,259 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 4,867 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 4,672 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 4,544 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 2,666 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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AV53 SWX is a 2003 MG Tf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AV53 SWX, 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 AV53 SWX?

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What year was AV53 SWX registered?

AV53 SWX is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AV53 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 SWX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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