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AX53 DGZ

2003 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,692 mi
Last recorded54,692 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 DGZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 54,692 miles

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

hand brake may need adjustment

Fail 22 Aug 2019 54,692 miles

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

hand brake may need adjustment

Offside Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 54,594 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 52,869 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,616 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 45,592 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 41,955 miles

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

slight corrosion on brake discs

Pass 17 May 2013 39,159 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 36,000 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 35,734 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 35,322 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 May 2009 33,755 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 May 2009 33,755 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 31,344 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,619 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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AX53 DGZ is a 2003 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AX53 DGZ, 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.

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What year was AX53 DGZ registered?

AX53 DGZ is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is AX53 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 DGZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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