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L500 ETF

2008 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,887 mi
Last recorded24,887 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL500 ETF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 24,887 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 23,596 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 21,995 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 20,337 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 18,284 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 18,033 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 17,930 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 17,898 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 16,246 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slightly out of position. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Slightly out of position. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear slight outer sill damage.

Pass 20 Oct 2016 14,380 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 12,759 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 11,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,178 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 9,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 7,134 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 5,100 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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L500 ETF is a 2008 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 L500 ETF, 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 L500 ETF?

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What year was L500 ETF registered?

L500 ETF is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is L500 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L500 ETF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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