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AE55 OYC

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,420 mi
Last recorded30,420 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 OYC
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 30,420 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 30,401 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 30,377 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 30,176 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 30,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 29,978 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 29,850 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 29,741 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 29,459 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 29,215 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 28,425 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 27,713 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 26,964 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 26,105 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 23,432 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 22,981 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Dec 2011 21,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 21,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 20,567 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyres 2mm (205/55r16)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 19,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 18,835 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 OYC is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OYC, 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 OYC?

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What year was AE55 OYC registered?

AE55 OYC is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AE55 OYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 OYC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE55 OYC have outstanding finance?

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