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VX08 TMZ

2008 MG Tf

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,664 mi
Last recorded23,664 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 TMZ
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 23,664 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 23,572 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 23,471 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 22,368 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 21,420 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexable hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Nov 2017 21,395 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 20,785 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,797 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 16,463 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,652 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 10,034 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 6,317 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 TMZ is a 2008 MG Tf in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TMZ, 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 TMZ?

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What year was VX08 TMZ registered?

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

Is VX08 TMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 TMZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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