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MY05 MGF

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,086 mi
Last recorded8,086 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY05 MGF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 8,086 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 8,086 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 8,019 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 7,869 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 7,567 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 6,580 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 6,401 miles

Coolant leaking from expansion bottle level sensor

Offside windscreen wiper starting to split but still clears

Pass 4 May 2017 6,288 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 6,275 miles

Car Battery Discharged

Pass 8 Apr 2015 6,265 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 6,249 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,162 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 6,154 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 6,130 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 6,024 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 5,975 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 5,171 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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MY05 MGF is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MY05 MGF, 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 MY05 MGF?

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What year was MY05 MGF registered?

MY05 MGF is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is MY05 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY05 MGF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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