2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · BL54 KUP
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/01/2005. Recorded mileage 30,185 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 30,185 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1796cc
BL54 KUP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/07/2026
- 30,185 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
BL54 KUP Mileage History
- 16/08/202327,315 mi
- 16/08/202327,315 mi
- 19/08/202428,829 mi+1,514 mi
- 19/08/202428,829 mi
- 13/07/202630,185 mi+1,356 mi
Average of roughly 987 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BL54 KUP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (BL54 KUP) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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