2005 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · DX05 XJO
2005 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/12/2005. Recorded mileage 74,305 miles. MOT valid until 20/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,305 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1588cc
DX05 XJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 74,305 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
DX05 XJO Mileage History
- 23/09/202361,543 mi
- 12/10/202467,866 mi+6,323 mi
- 06/10/202574,203 mi+6,337 mi
- 11/11/202574,301 mi+98 mi
- 21/11/202574,305 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 5,899 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DX05 XJO 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 (DX05 XJO) between September 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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