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FX05 MZJ

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,290 mi
Last recorded52,290 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 MZJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 52,290 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 49,616 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 49,558 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 49,206 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 49,139 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2017 49,133 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2016 48,448 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 48,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 45,064 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 38,025 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

all tyres showing signsof perishing & cracking

Fail 16 Sep 2013 38,025 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres showing signsof perishing & cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2012 26,786 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,107 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 4,825 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 3,685 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 MZJ is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MZJ, 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 FX05 MZJ?

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What year was FX05 MZJ registered?

FX05 MZJ is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is FX05 MZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 MZJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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