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VX05 GNZ

2005 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

15,154 mi
Last recorded15,154 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 GNZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 15,154 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 11,656 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 11,495 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 11,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 11,149 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 10,883 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 10,809 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 9,801 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 9,364 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 7,716 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 5,870 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 5,578 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 5,495 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 5,495 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 5,011 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 5,011 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 4,644 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 4,285 miles

Nearside front spring cap mounting bolts to subframe not fitted.

Offside front spring cap mounting bolts to subframe not fitted.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,285 miles

Nearside front spring cap mounting bolts to subframe not fitted.

Offside front spring cap mounting bolts to subframe not fitted.

Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,949 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 3,584 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,969 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,587 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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VX05 GNZ is a 2005 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VX05 GNZ, 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 VX05 GNZ registered?

VX05 GNZ is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is VX05 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 GNZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX05 GNZ have outstanding finance?

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