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M88 GTF

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,844 mi
Last recorded8,844 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 GTF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 8,844 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 7,889 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 7,754 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 7,004 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 6,484 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 5,531 miles
Pass 21 May 2017 5,196 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 4,481 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 3,955 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 3,761 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 2,985 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 2,627 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,126 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 2,124 miles

Nearside Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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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M88 GTF is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 M88 GTF, 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 M88 GTF?

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What year was M88 GTF registered?

M88 GTF is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is M88 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 GTF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M88 GTF have outstanding finance?

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