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VX05 MFV

2005 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,326 mi
Last recorded26,326 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 MFV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 26,326 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 24,699 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 24,699 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 22,962 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Jul 2011 19,809 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 16,640 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 13,934 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 10,592 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 MFV is a 2005 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MFV, 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 MFV?

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What year was VX05 MFV registered?

VX05 MFV is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is VX05 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 MFV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX05 MFV have outstanding finance?

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