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WU05 FRV

2005 MG Tf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,743 mi
Last recorded32,743 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 MG Tf39,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 FRV
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 32,743 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc pitted/corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 31,837 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 30,668 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 20,531 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 18,576 miles

Rear brakes dragging slightly but not yet binding ...advise check

Pass 28 Jul 2016 16,355 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 16,355 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jets do not reach screen (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 12,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Jun 2015 12,601 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,120 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 11,577 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 10,474 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 9,553 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 8,497 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 8,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 7,261 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 5,728 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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WU05 FRV is a 2005 MG Tf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WU05 FRV, 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 WU05 FRV?

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What year was WU05 FRV registered?

WU05 FRV is a 2005 MG Tf, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is WU05 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 FRV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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