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MF05 EWH

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

20,564 mi
Last recorded20,564 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 EWH
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 20,564 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 20,249 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 19,814 miles

surface rust on chassis and cooling pipes

Pass 9 Sep 2023 19,573 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 19,221 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 19,112 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 19,111 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

offside and nearside rear brake discs slightly pitted

reversing lamps inop

Pass 21 Feb 2018 19,051 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 19,051 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid PRS (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 18,884 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 18,884 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 18,620 miles

trim covers fitted to under body and engine obscuring some components

Fail 19 Feb 2015 18,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2015 18,102 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 17,104 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 15,517 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,948 miles

offside front and nearside rear brake discs slightly pitting on inner edges

Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,139 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 10,783 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 9,087 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 7,339 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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MF05 EWH is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MF05 EWH, 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 MF05 EWH registered?

MF05 EWH is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is MF05 EWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 EWH shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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