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RX58 FDD

2008 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,491 mi
Last recorded79,491 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 FDD
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 79,491 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 77,856 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 75,553 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 75,553 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 73,405 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 72,002 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 69,668 miles

Front subframe corroded

Front suspension components corroded

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2019 66,929 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 62,863 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 58,712 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 53,755 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 47,874 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 42,040 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 36,216 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 30,336 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 24,753 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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RX58 FDD is a 2008 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 32,631 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 RX58 FDD, 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 18 years old, this MG Tf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX58 FDD?

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What year was RX58 FDD registered?

RX58 FDD is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is RX58 FDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX58 FDD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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