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FJ58 YAO

2008 MG Tf

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,919 mi
Last recorded27,919 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 YAO
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 27,919 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2025 27,875 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 27,703 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 27,692 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 27,681 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 27,658 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,939 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 26,667 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 25,314 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 21,678 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,126 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 14,525 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 10,163 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 10,163 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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FJ58 YAO is a 2008 MG Tf in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 32,631 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 FJ58 YAO, 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 18 years old, this MG Tf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ58 YAO?

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What year was FJ58 YAO registered?

FJ58 YAO is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is FJ58 YAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ58 YAO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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