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BG02 DZF

2002 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,100 mi
Last recorded24,100 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Tf50,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 DZF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 24,100 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 May 2026 24,097 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2025 22,482 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2024 20,524 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 19,918 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,392 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 18,683 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 18,347 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 18,347 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 18,248 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 18,076 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 17,646 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 16,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,410 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 14,116 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 12,998 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 11,751 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 10,465 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 9,521 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 8,965 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 7,748 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,663 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 5,307 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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BG02 DZF is a 2002 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,018 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 BG02 DZF, 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 24 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 BG02 DZF registered?

BG02 DZF is a 2002 MG Tf, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is BG02 DZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 DZF 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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