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BD53 WNJ

2003 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

23,028 mi
Last recorded23,028 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 WNJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 23,028 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 22,438 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 21,632 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 21,558 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 20,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 20,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 20,321 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 19,380 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 18,828 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 18,400 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Front wipers worn but meets requirements

Pass 7 Dec 2017 17,955 miles

rear tyres slight cracking/deteriorated

wiper blades worn but meets requirements

Pass 8 Dec 2016 17,427 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 17,063 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 16,263 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 14,875 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2012 13,427 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 12,415 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 11,263 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 9,895 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 8,072 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 5,874 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 4,692 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 4,692 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BD53 WNJ is a 2003 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BD53 WNJ, 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 BD53 WNJ?

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What year was BD53 WNJ registered?

BD53 WNJ is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BD53 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 WNJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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