2006 · 18 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2006 MG TF MOT pass rate and common faults

299 MOT tests in 2024. 72.2% passed first time, compared with 56.1% for all cars the same age.

129Well above average
Passed first time72.2%
Failed or needed repairs27.8%
Typical mileage at test48,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 299 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements3.3%
  2. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.3%
  3. Horn: not working2.7%
  4. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.3%
  5. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault2.3%
  6. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.3%
  7. Rear fog lamp: not working2.0%
  8. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened1.7%
  9. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength1.7%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Emissions & leaks12.4%
  2. Brakes11.7%
  3. Suspension11.4%
  4. Lights & electrics10.7%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)5.7%
  6. Steering3.7%
  7. Tyres3.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened13.7%
  2. Sub-frame: corroded and seriously weakened7.7%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine6.7%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm6.7%
  5. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn6.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2006 MG TF?

In 2024, 72.2% of 2006 MG TF cars passed their MOT first time, across 299 tests. The average for all 18-year-old cars was 56.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2006 MG TF?

The most common failure reasons were rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements; catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; horn: not working. The biggest problem area was emissions & leaks.

Is the 2006 MG TF reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 129, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).