2005 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · FD54 ORP
2005 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 85,226 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,226 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FD54 ORP Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 85,226 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD54 ORP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (FD54 ORP) between December 2007 and June 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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 Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (”; “Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flickering LED (4.2.3 (a) (ii))”.
FD54 ORP Mileage History
- 31/12/200732,692 mi
- 03/01/200832,692 mi
- 05/01/200942,193 mi+9,501 mi
- 24/08/200944,179 mi+1,986 mi
- 18/08/201049,370 mi+5,191 mi
- 20/08/201049,458 mi+88 mi
- 19/08/201155,893 mi+6,435 mi
- 20/08/201155,893 mi
- 03/09/201260,561 mi+4,668 mi
- 01/10/201260,565 mi+4 mi
- 02/10/201364,967 mi+4,402 mi
- 04/10/201364,967 mi
- 30/10/201472,579 mi+7,612 mi
- 19/11/201576,314 mi+3,735 mi
- 29/11/201678,572 mi+2,258 mi
- 17/04/202178,891 mi+319 mi
- 19/03/202280,144 mi+1,253 mi
- 21/04/202381,640 mi+1,496 mi
- 21/04/202381,640 mi
- 08/05/202483,780 mi+2,140 mi
- 04/04/202584,290 mi+510 mi
- 08/04/202584,330 mi+40 mi
- 28/05/202685,221 mi+891 mi
- 03/06/202685,226 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 2,852 miles per year across 24 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: Average
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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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