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CN55 CXZ

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,900 mi
Last recorded20,900 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN55 CXZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 20,900 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 19,406 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 17,926 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 16,628 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 16,628 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 14,223 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 13,569 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 13,492 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 13,283 miles

Handbrake low

Pass 16 Aug 2017 12,731 miles

Wheel arch covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2016 12,520 miles

185 / 50 / 15 tyres fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2015 12,124 miles

205/50/15 tyres fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2014 11,934 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,674 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 10,757 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,069 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 9,087 miles

corrosion starting on o/s/f+n/s/f lower suspension arms

Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,086 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 6,981 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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CN55 CXZ is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 CN55 CXZ, 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 CN55 CXZ registered?

CN55 CXZ is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CN55 CXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN55 CXZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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