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FX58 MVM

2008 MG Tf

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,835 mi
Last recorded38,835 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 MVM
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,835 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 38,835 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 39,707 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 39,105 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 39,105 miles

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

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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FX58 MVM is a 2008 MG Tf in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX58 MVM, 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 FX58 MVM?

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What year was FX58 MVM registered?

FX58 MVM is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is FX58 MVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 MVM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX58 MVM have outstanding finance?

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