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TF05 MAR

2005 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,744 mi
Last recorded60,744 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTF05 MAR
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 60,744 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 60,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 60,275 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 59,165 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 59,165 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 56,071 miles

Front wipers split

Pass 17 Apr 2018 52,616 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 50,201 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 May 2016 48,241 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 45,126 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 42,156 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 42,156 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 37,680 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 35,132 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 35,119 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 33,910 miles

all brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 24 May 2010 29,714 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,755 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,129 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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TF05 MAR is a 2005 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 TF05 MAR, 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 TF05 MAR?

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What year was TF05 MAR registered?

TF05 MAR is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 26 March 2005.

Is TF05 MAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for TF05 MAR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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