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DU05 VST

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,896 mi
Last recorded27,896 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 VST
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2015 27,896 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 26,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 24,995 miles

advise os wiper blade starting to split at end

Pass 7 Feb 2012 23,186 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 20,638 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,928 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,020 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,830 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 12,830 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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DU05 VST is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DU05 VST, 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 DU05 VST?

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What year was DU05 VST registered?

DU05 VST is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is DU05 VST safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU05 VST shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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