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TUF 27

2002 MG Tf 160

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

45,923 mi
Last recorded45,923 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Tf 16038,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUF 27
MakeMG
ModelTf 160
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 45,923 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2025 45,839 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 45,737 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 45,710 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 45,676 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 44,978 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 44,450 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 44,420 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 43,790 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 42,229 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 39,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 38,388 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 37,217 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 27,876 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 26,156 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 20,390 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 20,282 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

How Reliable is the MG Tf 160?

Based on 503 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
4,634
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15
Direction indicator incorrect colour 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 10
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TUF 27 is a 2002 MG Tf 160 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 MG Tf 160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 38,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf 160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUF 27, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf 160 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this MG Tf 160 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TUF 27 registered?

TUF 27 is a 2002 MG Tf 160, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is TUF 27 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUF 27 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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