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J40 EFE

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

22,738 mi
Last recorded22,738 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 EFE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 22,738 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 20,899 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 20,533 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 19,774 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 19,494 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 19,235 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 18,931 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 18,736 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 18,271 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 17,223 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 16,686 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 16,187 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 16,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 15,738 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 Dec 2013 15,388 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 14,466 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 14,176 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 13,200 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 11,263 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 10,032 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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J40 EFE is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J40 EFE, 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 J40 EFE registered?

J40 EFE is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is J40 EFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 EFE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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