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NX05 NSJ

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,484 mi
Last recorded74,484 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 NSJ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 74,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,578 miles

FRONT DISCS CORRODED

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 66,227 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 66,185 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 59,024 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 48,419 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

front wipers starting to smear screen

Fail 4 Jul 2008 48,419 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

front wipers starting to smear screen

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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NX05 NSJ is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NX05 NSJ, 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 NX05 NSJ registered?

NX05 NSJ is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is NX05 NSJ safe to buy?

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