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TF09 CAF

2009 MG Tf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

45,887 mi
Last recorded45,887 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 MG Tf29,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTF09 CAF
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 45,887 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 45,136 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 44,753 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 43,274 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 41,109 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 41,098 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 39,961 miles

corrosion to clutch pipe

Pass 22 Mar 2019 38,092 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 38,089 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 36,096 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT AND REAR PIPES. (3.6.B.2c)

EXHAUST REAR SILENCER HAS CORROSION.

Pass 30 Mar 2017 33,598 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 33,598 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 31,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 29,713 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 27,336 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 26,307 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 26,269 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,034 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 25,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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TF09 CAF is a 2009 MG Tf in Green 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 TF09 CAF, 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 TF09 CAF registered?

TF09 CAF is a 2009 MG Tf, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is TF09 CAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for TF09 CAF 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.

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