2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · RJ05 RNX
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/03/2005. Recorded mileage 80,877 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,877 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
RJ05 RNX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/04/2026
- 80,877 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
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.
RJ05 RNX Mileage History
- 27/03/202475,774 mi
- 28/03/202578,719 mi+2,945 mi
- 11/04/202578,831 mi+112 mi
- 11/04/202578,834 mi+3 mi
- 08/04/202680,877 mi+2,043 mi
Average of roughly 2,513 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RJ05 RNX 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 (RJ05 RNX) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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