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MG05 GTF

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

13,835 mi
Last recorded13,835 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG05 GTF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 13,835 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 13,627 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 13,335 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 13,161 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 13,025 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 12,890 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 12,775 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 12,775 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 12,624 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 12,342 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 12,089 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 11,504 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 11,223 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 10,026 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 8,557 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,837 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 7,837 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,970 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 5,078 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 4,172 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 3,620 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 3,605 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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MG05 GTF is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MG05 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

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What year was MG05 GTF registered?

MG05 GTF is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is MG05 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG05 GTF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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