2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · R900 MJB
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 65,684 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,684 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R900 MJB Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 65,684 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R900 MJB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (R900 MJB) between January 2008 and June 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 08 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
R900 MJB Mileage History
- 29/01/200827,685 mi
- 19/02/200827,910 mi+225 mi
- 10/03/200937,297 mi+9,387 mi
- 09/03/201046,659 mi+9,362 mi
- 16/10/201051,500 mi+4,841 mi
- 16/10/201051,500 mi
- 04/11/201154,224 mi+2,724 mi
- 11/11/201154,295 mi+71 mi
- 17/01/201356,040 mi+1,745 mi
- 29/01/201456,904 mi+864 mi
- 01/08/201757,190 mi+286 mi
- 14/02/201857,288 mi+98 mi
- 07/04/202259,979 mi+2,691 mi
- 07/04/202259,979 mi
- 04/04/202361,081 mi+1,102 mi
- 16/11/202463,773 mi+2,692 mi
- 08/06/202665,673 mi+1,900 mi
- 08/06/202665,684 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 2,070 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG TF
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: MG TF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill Rust(Serious)
The front and rear subframes, sills, and rear wheel arches are highly prone to rust. Pre-2007 Chinese-built cars are generally better protected, but all TFs need careful inspection underneath.
- Electrical Gremlins(Moderate)
Electric windows and central locking can play up. The roof wiring loom for heated rear screens often frays and breaks over time due to repeated folding.
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- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill RustSerious
The front and rear subframes, sills, and rear wheel arches are highly prone to rust. Pre-2007 Chinese-built cars are generally better protected, but all TFs need careful inspection underneath.
- Electrical GremlinsModerate
Electric windows and central locking can play up. The roof wiring loom for heated rear screens often frays and breaks over time due to repeated folding.
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