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BX05 OTF

2005 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,310 mi
Last recorded17,310 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 OTF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 17,310 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 16,330 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 15,321 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 13,425 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 10,480 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 9,755 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 9,017 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 7,488 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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BX05 OTF is a 2005 MG Tf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BX05 OTF, 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 BX05 OTF?

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What year was BX05 OTF registered?

BX05 OTF is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is BX05 OTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 OTF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BX05 OTF have outstanding finance?

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