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YS53 DZH

2003 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,737 mi
Last recorded82,737 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Tf46,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 DZH
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 82,737 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 82,390 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 82,338 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 81,960 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 81,599 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 80,915 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 79,644 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 78,646 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 48,720 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 48,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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YS53 DZH is a 2003 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS53 DZH, 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 YS53 DZH?

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What year was YS53 DZH registered?

YS53 DZH is a 2003 MG Tf, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is YS53 DZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 DZH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS53 DZH have outstanding finance?

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