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L500 TMG

2008 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,393 mi
Last recorded39,393 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL500 TMG
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 39,393 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 37,734 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 34,396 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 30,461 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 21,252 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 21,237 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 20,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 18,669 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 18,613 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 18,148 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 16,953 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 15,465 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 14,960 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 14,149 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 13,542 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 10,486 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 2,707 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 TMG is a 2008 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 TMG, 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 TMG?

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What year was L500 TMG registered?

L500 TMG is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 15 November 2008.

Is L500 TMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L500 TMG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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