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VX05 GPZ

2005 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,058 mi
Last recorded36,058 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 GPZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 36,058 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 34,985 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 33,418 miles

both front tyres starting to crack

Pass 31 Jan 2023 32,012 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Top arm outer bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 31,677 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play top arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 31,215 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 31,215 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 30,852 miles

slight play in osf trackrod end

Pass 16 Feb 2019 30,049 miles

slight play in the osf trackrod end

Fail 13 Feb 2019 30,048 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working both rear fog lights inop (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

slight play in the osf trackrod end

Pass 16 Feb 2018 29,454 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 29,454 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 28,721 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 27,733 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 27,199 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 26,777 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 26,170 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 25,449 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,625 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,021 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 14,960 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 GPZ is a 2005 MG Tf in Grey 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 VX05 GPZ, 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 VX05 GPZ?

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What year was VX05 GPZ registered?

VX05 GPZ is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is VX05 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 GPZ 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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