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VX08 UTK

2008 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,262 mi
Last recorded38,262 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 MG Tf32,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 UTK
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 38,262 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 36,195 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 34,953 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 33,135 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 31,931 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 31,915 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Dec 2020 31,915 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jan 2020 31,846 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 31,151 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 31,043 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 29,147 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 26,873 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres balding on outer edge

Pass 14 Jan 2016 23,753 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 23,639 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 19,044 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 12,925 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 13,859 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 UTK is a 2008 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UTK, 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 UTK?

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What year was VX08 UTK registered?

VX08 UTK is a 2008 MG Tf, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is VX08 UTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 UTK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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