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DA54 DCV

2005 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,724 mi
Last recorded36,724 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 DCV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 36,724 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 36,306 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 35,974 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 35,261 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 34,188 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 33,817 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 32,170 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 29,448 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 29,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 26,534 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 23,605 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 20,591 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 18,585 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 16,823 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 15,210 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 12,772 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 12,772 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 10,256 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 8,045 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 6,060 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 4,348 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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DA54 DCV is a 2005 MG Tf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DA54 DCV, 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 DA54 DCV?

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What year was DA54 DCV registered?

DA54 DCV is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is DA54 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA54 DCV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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