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GU05 VBN

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,981 mi
Last recorded21,981 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 VBN
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 21,981 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 21,540 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 21,344 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 21,344 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 21,123 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 21,120 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 20,977 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 20,977 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 20,776 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 20,702 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 20,561 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 20,561 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 27 Mar 2018 20,128 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 19,497 miles

offside headlight slightly insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2016 19,151 miles

O/S parking brake much lower effort than N/S

Fail 1 Apr 2016 19,151 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)

O/S parking brake much lower effort than N/S

Fail 2 Mar 2015 18,527 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 18,527 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 17,608 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 17,606 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2013 17,322 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 17,228 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 17,213 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,795 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 14,153 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 11,441 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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GU05 VBN is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GU05 VBN, 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 GU05 VBN registered?

GU05 VBN is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GU05 VBN safe to buy?

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