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AU55 DPO

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,505 mi
Last recorded13,505 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DPO
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 13,505 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 13,465 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 13,357 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 13,240 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

needs new battery

Pass 25 Aug 2020 13,168 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 13,079 miles

Offside Front Wiper blade starting to split.

Pass 20 Aug 2018 12,987 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 12,917 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 12,630 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 12,016 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 11,056 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,785 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 9,734 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 9,734 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 8,185 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,148 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 5,910 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 4,464 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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AU55 DPO is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AU55 DPO, 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

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What year was AU55 DPO registered?

AU55 DPO is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 DPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DPO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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