2005 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · VX55 BCZ
2005 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 10 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 39,881 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,881 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VX55 BCZ Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 39,881 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
VX55 BCZ Mileage History
- 01/09/200810,955 mi
- 07/09/200914,594 mi+3,639 mi
- 06/09/201017,932 mi+3,338 mi
- 06/09/201121,370 mi+3,438 mi
- 03/09/201224,467 mi+3,097 mi
- 06/09/201327,981 mi+3,514 mi
- 06/09/201327,981 mi
- 21/10/201431,707 mi+3,726 mi
- 22/10/201431,708 mi+1 mi
- 30/06/201633,323 mi+1,615 mi
- 01/07/201633,323 mi
- 14/06/201734,468 mi+1,145 mi
- 29/06/201835,774 mi+1,306 mi
- 02/07/201936,931 mi+1,157 mi
- 09/06/202037,178 mi+247 mi
- 17/06/202137,656 mi+478 mi
- 09/06/202237,856 mi+200 mi
- 20/06/202338,431 mi+575 mi
- 28/06/202438,698 mi+267 mi
- 25/07/202438,698 mi
- 04/07/202539,241 mi+543 mi
- 31/07/202639,881 mi+640 mi
Average of roughly 1,615 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
VX55 BCZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mg Tf (VX55 BCZ) between September 2008 and July 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.
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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