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VX08 TMY

2008 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,913 mi
Last recorded37,913 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 TMY
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 37,913 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 37,856 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 36,864 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 36,707 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 36,482 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 35,834 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 34,737 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 33,938 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 32,854 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 31,135 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 28,673 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 25,706 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 25,706 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 23 Jan 2015 21,838 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 15,159 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 15,001 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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VX08 TMY is a 2008 MG Tf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 32,631 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 VX08 TMY, 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 18 years old, this MG Tf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX08 TMY?

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What year was VX08 TMY registered?

VX08 TMY is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is VX08 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 TMY shows 16 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 VX08 TMY have outstanding finance?

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