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RX55 UXT

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,744 mi
Last recorded59,744 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 UXT
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 59,744 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 58,955 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside undersealed

Pass 14 Jun 2022 57,306 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underbody has underseal in some places

Pass 1 May 2021 57,105 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides and D bushes and track rod ENDS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output on both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Lower General rust and corroded, all over under side of body

Fail 1 May 2021 57,105 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour ON BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides and D bushes and track rod ENDS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output on both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Lower General rust and corroded, all over under side of body

Pass 25 Apr 2020 56,678 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 56,028 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 55,518 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 54,673 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,107 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 46,551 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 42,168 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,663 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,726 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,782 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 21,676 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 16,249 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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RX55 UXT is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,588cc 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 RX55 UXT, 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 RX55 UXT registered?

RX55 UXT is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is RX55 UXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 UXT 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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