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FR05 TMG

2006 MG Tf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,746 mi
Last recorded12,746 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 MG Tf37,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR05 TMG
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 12,746 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 12,238 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 11,402 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 11,402 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 10,553 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 10,504 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 10,456 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 10,454 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 10,426 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f door handle loose

Pass 21 Sep 2016 10,327 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

osf outer door handle loose

Pass 23 Sep 2015 9,974 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 9,622 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 9,008 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 8,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 7,163 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 7,163 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 5,779 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 4,325 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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FR05 TMG is a 2006 MG Tf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 37,182 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 FR05 TMG, 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 20 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FR05 TMG registered?

FR05 TMG is a 2006 MG Tf, first registered on 11 May 2006.

Is FR05 TMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR05 TMG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR05 TMG have outstanding finance?

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