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LX05 KMK

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,027 mi
Last recorded14,027 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 KMK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 14,027 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 13,739 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 13,526 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2022 12,910 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 12,507 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 11,432 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 11,152 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 9,259 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 7,573 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 6,158 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 5,998 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 5,256 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 5,256 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 5,201 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 5,112 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,540 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 3,729 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 2,343 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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LX05 KMK is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LX05 KMK, 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

How do I check the history of LX05 KMK?

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What year was LX05 KMK registered?

LX05 KMK is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is LX05 KMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 KMK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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