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BU05 UPB

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,154 mi
Last recorded28,154 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 UPB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 28,154 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 27,683 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 27,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 26,826 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 26,298 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 25,874 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 25,187 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 24,520 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 24,520 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 22,940 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 22,183 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 20,755 miles

engine light on

Pass 22 Jul 2015 18,969 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 17,068 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 14,079 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 12,063 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 9,958 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 8,512 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 6,936 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 4,901 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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BU05 UPB is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BU05 UPB, 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 BU05 UPB?

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What year was BU05 UPB registered?

BU05 UPB is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is BU05 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 UPB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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