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RJ05 UYK

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,235 mi
Last recorded24,235 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 UYK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 24,235 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 24,166 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 24,106 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 23,496 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,291 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 22,521 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 21,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 21,036 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 20,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 20,189 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,222 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 17,908 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 17,908 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 16,961 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,707 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 15,707 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 13,666 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,237 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 9,941 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 8,470 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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RJ05 UYK 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 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 RJ05 UYK, 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 RJ05 UYK registered?

RJ05 UYK is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is RJ05 UYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 UYK 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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