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DX09 LHE

2009 MG Tf

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,492 mi
Last recorded17,492 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 MG Tf29,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX09 LHE
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,492 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 17,045 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 16,517 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 16,130 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 15,905 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Apr 2021 15,905 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 15,563 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 14,572 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 14,404 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 13,296 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 13,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2016 10,325 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 10,323 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 8,796 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 8,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2014 7,199 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 7,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 4,545 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,305 miles

slight play in nearside track rod end

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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DX09 LHE is a 2009 MG Tf in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX09 LHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX09 LHE registered?

DX09 LHE is a 2009 MG Tf, first registered on 6 May 2009.

Is DX09 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX09 LHE shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX09 LHE have outstanding finance?

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