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AX03 VVY

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,189 mi
Last recorded36,189 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VVY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,189 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 35,403 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jun 2014 35,403 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 34,707 miles

offside rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 21 Jun 2012 32,282 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 30,375 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 28,665 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 27,179 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 25,540 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 25,540 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 23,832 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 22,365 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 22,365 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,002 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 VVY is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VVY, 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 VVY registered?

AX03 VVY is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is AX03 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 VVY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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