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FJ58 YAY

2008 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,489 mi
Last recorded31,489 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ58 YAY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 31,489 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 31,430 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 29,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 28,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 28,392 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 28,375 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 27,584 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 26,806 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 26,127 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 24,717 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 22,513 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,431 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 19,377 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 18,213 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 18,203 miles

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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 YAY is a 2008 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YAY, 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.

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What year was FJ58 YAY registered?

FJ58 YAY is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is FJ58 YAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ58 YAY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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