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BK05 LZA

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,276 mi
Last recorded46,276 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 LZA
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 46,276 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 42,538 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 39,415 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 39,354 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 38,946 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 12 May 2020 38,945 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

exhaust system corroded

rear brakes appear low

Pass 16 May 2019 37,901 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sticker ()

Pass 11 May 2018 36,815 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 36,815 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 35,495 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 34,243 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 32,255 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 29,572 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 26,795 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 25,564 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 24,084 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,123 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 19,221 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 15,212 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 15,212 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 14,573 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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BK05 LZA 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 BK05 LZA, 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 BK05 LZA registered?

BK05 LZA is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is BK05 LZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LZA 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.

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