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AE09 HKB

2009 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,367 mi
Last recorded95,367 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 MG Tf29,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE09 HKB
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 95,367 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 95,232 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 95,101 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

front to rear metal clutch pipe corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2022 91,277 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in Front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing in Rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 91,139 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing in Front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 90,947 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 90,741 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded near fuel filter ()

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coolant leak near back of engine near housing started to leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 90,741 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded near fuel filter ()

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coolant leak near back of engine near housing started to leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 89,829 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 88,530 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 87,181 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 87,181 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 86,686 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 73,977 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 60,789 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 48,310 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 35,943 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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AE09 HKB is a 2009 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 29,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE09 HKB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this MG Tf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE09 HKB registered?

AE09 HKB is a 2009 MG Tf, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is AE09 HKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE09 HKB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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