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MG02 BBB

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,659 mi
Last recorded16,659 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG02 BBB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 16,659 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 16,142 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 15,643 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 15,473 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 14,127 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 12,362 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 12,381 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 12,227 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 12,099 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 11,842 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 11,225 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 10,121 miles

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)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 10,115 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 27 Feb 2014 9,059 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 8,247 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 7,349 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,223 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 4,791 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 3,771 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 2,813 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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MG02 BBB is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MG02 BBB, 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 MG02 BBB registered?

MG02 BBB is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is MG02 BBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG02 BBB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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