2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · ML05 FHZ
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24/03/2005. Recorded mileage 81,055 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,055 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
ML05 FHZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2024
- 81,055 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 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.
ML05 FHZ Mileage History
- 30/03/202275,529 mi
- 28/03/202379,768 mi+4,239 mi
- 10/10/202481,055 mi+1,287 mi
Average of roughly 2,182 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
ML05 FHZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (ML05 FHZ) between March 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
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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