2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · AXI 31
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 41,829 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,829 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AXI 31 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 41,829 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
AXI 31 Mileage History
- 25/06/202438,855 mi
- 25/06/202438,855 mi
- 13/10/202541,829 mi+2,974 mi
- 14/10/202541,829 mi
Average of roughly 2,282 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AXI 31 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (AXI 31) between June 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
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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