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FJ59 FYC

2009 MG Tf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,657 mi
Last recorded27,657 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 MG Tf29,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 FYC
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 27,657 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 26,567 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 25,566 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 25,566 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 24,555 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust silencer flange fixings heavily corroded and weak looking (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 23,432 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust silencer flange fixings are weakened due to corrosion (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter leaks slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine oil on min

Pass 20 Aug 2020 22,053 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 22,053 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 21,271 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,588 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 15,965 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on edges

Pass 30 Aug 2016 13,544 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 11,133 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 8,865 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 6,550 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 4,662 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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FJ59 FYC is a 2009 MG Tf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJ59 FYC, 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 FJ59 FYC registered?

FJ59 FYC is a 2009 MG Tf, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is FJ59 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 FYC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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