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R21 JUE

2005 MG Tf

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

11,568 mi
Last recorded11,568 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR21 JUE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 11,568 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 10,890 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 10,215 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 9,548 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 8,798 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 8,016 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 7,589 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 7,562 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake has a low reading of 19%

Pass 10 Dec 2016 7,470 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 7,328 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 6,788 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 6,785 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2013 6,785 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2012 6,661 miles

number plates are fastened on top of other plates

Fail 11 Dec 2012 6,661 miles

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

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

number plates are fastened on top of other plates

Pass 5 Dec 2011 6,502 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 6,421 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 6,276 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 5,950 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 5,950 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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R21 JUE is a 2005 MG Tf in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R21 JUE, 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 R21 JUE registered?

R21 JUE is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 24 December 2005.

Is R21 JUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R21 JUE shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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