2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · FJ55 LTY
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2005. Recorded mileage 84,769 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,769 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
FJ55 LTY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2025
- 84,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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.
FJ55 LTY Mileage History
- 01/09/202180,917 mi
- 26/08/202281,611 mi+694 mi
- 13/05/202481,898 mi+287 mi
- 14/05/202481,904 mi+6 mi
- 09/05/202584,769 mi+2,865 mi
Average of roughly 1,045 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FJ55 LTY 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 (FJ55 LTY) between September 2021 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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