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ST54 TES

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,675 mi
Last recorded19,675 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST54 TES
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 19,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 19,198 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 18,936 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 18,745 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 18,159 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 16,561 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 15,879 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 14,989 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 12,975 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 11,248 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 10,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 9,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 7,384 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 6,425 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 6,425 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 4,827 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 4,827 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 3,896 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 3,361 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 3,033 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 3,033 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 2,325 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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ST54 TES is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ST54 TES, 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 ST54 TES?

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What year was ST54 TES registered?

ST54 TES is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 29 January 2005.

Is ST54 TES safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST54 TES shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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