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AE55 HLN

2005 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,568 mi
Last recorded9,568 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 HLN
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 9,568 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 9,366 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 9,168 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 9,120 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 9,120 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,851 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 8,388 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 7,679 miles

nearside wiper blade starting to split

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 May 2012 6,848 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 6,835 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 7 May 2011 6,485 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 6,287 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 5,800 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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AE55 HLN is a 2005 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 39,704 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 AE55 HLN, 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 21 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 AE55 HLN?

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What year was AE55 HLN registered?

AE55 HLN is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AE55 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 HLN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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