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FX05 KLF

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,904 mi
Last recorded27,904 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 KLF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 27,904 miles

Moisture in nearside headlamp unit - not affecting beam pattern

Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,460 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 26,379 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 25,141 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 21,985 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 21,209 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 21,207 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 19,473 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 19,248 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 19,248 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2017 18,972 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 18,842 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 18,104 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 17,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2013 17,077 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 15,747 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 13,792 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 11,906 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 10,694 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 9,194 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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FX05 KLF is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FX05 KLF, 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

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What year was FX05 KLF registered?

FX05 KLF is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is FX05 KLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 KLF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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