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AX53 HFD

2003 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

67,414 mi
Last recorded67,414 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 HFD
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2022 67,414 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,160 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 57,762 miles

Exhaust box corroded

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 57,693 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust box corroded

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 53,314 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

engine oil switch slight leak

exhaust bracket missing and flanges very rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2018 50,267 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 50,262 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 47,078 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2017 47,071 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 46,789 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 46,784 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 46,101 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 45,613 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 39,465 miles

CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER SIGNS OF DAMPNESS.

O/S REAR BRAKE PADS LOW.

Fail 23 Jun 2012 39,462 miles

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

CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER SIGNS OF DAMPNESS.

O/S REAR BRAKE PADS LOW.

Pass 6 Jul 2011 35,079 miles

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

front brake discs pitted and flaking

osf brake pad getting thin

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,308 miles

Engine warning light on.

Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,213 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 31,213 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 27,057 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 23,735 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 20,101 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 HFD is a 2003 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 AX53 HFD, 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 HFD registered?

AX53 HFD is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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