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BV05 BEU

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,431 mi
Last recorded19,431 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 BEU
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 19,431 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 19,216 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 18,693 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 18,270 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 17,815 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 17,815 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 17,019 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 16,721 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 16,315 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 15,713 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 15,236 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 14,334 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)

Fail 9 May 2016 14,334 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty will not switch off (1.3.1a)

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 14 May 2015 13,670 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 12,711 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 12,709 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 11,771 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 10,883 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 10,109 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 9,325 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 8,296 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,089 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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BV05 BEU is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BV05 BEU, 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 BV05 BEU registered?

BV05 BEU is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is BV05 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 BEU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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