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RX55 OLB

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,431 mi
Last recorded48,431 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 OLB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 48,431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2024 48,096 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2023 48,080 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 47,246 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 47,213 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 47,188 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,241 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 46,213 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 44,504 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 44,497 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front (6.3.4a)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced rear (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 40,846 miles

near side rear tyre nail

off side front tyre side wall damaged

off side under seal damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2014 39,781 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 38,727 miles

windscreen slightly damaged/scratched

Fail 25 Nov 2013 38,705 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Both battery terminals are loose

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2013 38,677 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

windscreen slightly damaged/scratched

Pass 26 Nov 2012 35,318 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 33,599 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 25,533 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 19,318 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 19,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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RX55 OLB is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RX55 OLB, 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 RX55 OLB?

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What year was RX55 OLB registered?

RX55 OLB is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is RX55 OLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 OLB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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