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AX03 VUP

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,265 mi
Last recorded57,265 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VUP
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 57,265 miles

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

O/S front sub frame mounting bracket slightly corroded

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

the rear bumper is taped up

Pass 25 Sep 2013 56,125 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 53,296 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 51,549 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wiper mark on screen

Pass 10 Aug 2010 50,097 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs pitted

nearside rear bumper has temporary repair

rear brake discs pitted

slight marks on windscreen

Pass 19 Aug 2009 48,659 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 48,659 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 44,687 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 35,030 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 26,333 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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AX03 VUP is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AX03 VUP, 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 AX03 VUP registered?

AX03 VUP is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is AX03 VUP safe to buy?

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