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GX05 BJU

2005 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,876 mi
Last recorded35,876 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 BJU
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 35,876 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 35,367 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 34,137 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 34,137 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 32,627 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 31,602 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 30,359 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 28,881 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 22,631 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 22,434 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 21,816 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 20,619 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 19,193 miles

engine overheats

Pass 25 Jun 2014 18,401 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 17,426 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 16,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 14,547 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 14,547 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,544 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 10,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 9,423 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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GX05 BJU is a 2005 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GX05 BJU, 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 GX05 BJU registered?

GX05 BJU is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GX05 BJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX05 BJU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX05 BJU have outstanding finance?

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