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FH05 RXS

2005 MG Tf

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,533 mi
Last recorded40,533 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 RXS
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 40,533 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,938 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 14 Jul 2015 32,938 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 8 Jul 2014 29,735 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

nearside rear brake pads worn

offside front brake disc corroded edges

offside front tyre bald on edge

Pass 11 Jul 2013 26,577 miles

front brake discs worn

washer aims low

Fail 11 Jul 2013 26,577 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs worn

washer aims low

Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,912 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight wear to offside front brake disc

Pass 8 Jul 2011 18,887 miles

offside front brake disc corroded edges

Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,441 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front brake disc corroded on inner edge

Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,754 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,045 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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FH05 RXS is a 2005 MG Tf in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH05 RXS, 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 FH05 RXS?

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What year was FH05 RXS registered?

FH05 RXS is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is FH05 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 RXS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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