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2002 MG TF Registrations 2,481–2,520

Browse our directory of 2002 MG TF vehicles. Access instant MOT history reports, tax status, and reliability insights for any registration listed below.

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YH02 VCFYH02 VNUYH52 NZMYH52 ZXUYJ02 OGNYJ52 JHCYJ52 LOYYJ52 MJMYJ52 RDOYJ52 RFTYJ52 SBHYJ52 TLTYJ52 YGRYK02 AUHYK02 YGCYK52 EXXYL02 KRNYL02 NENYL02 OUDYL02 VCFYL51 OOYYM02 JJOYM02 MLXYM02 MMVYM02 MPOYM02 VYHYM02 ZDZYM02 ZFBYM02 ZFGYM02 ZFHYM02 ZFJYM02 ZFNYM02 ZFYYM02 ZTTYN02 TFKYN02 VMGYN02 VMPYN02 WECYN02 WFOYN02 WRG

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Common Problems & Reliability

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Serious
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Moderate
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The 2002 MG TF has 4 known issues. 2 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair. 1 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

Head Gasket Failure

Serious

Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.

Symptoms: Rising temperature needle, Oil/Coolant mixing...

Est. repair cost: £600–£900

Subframe and Sill Rust

Serious

The front and rear subframes, sills, and rear wheel arches are highly prone to rust. Pre-2007 Chinese-built cars are generally better protected, but all TFs need careful inspection underneath.

Symptoms: Visible rust on subframes, Corrosion on sills...

Est. repair cost: £200–£800

Electrical Gremlins

Moderate

Electric windows and central locking can play up. The roof wiring loom for heated rear screens often frays and breaks over time due to repeated folding.

Symptoms: Electric windows intermittent, Central locking not working...

Est. repair cost: £50–£200

Interior Trim Wear

Minor

Early TFs suffer from sagging seats, cracked dashboards, and worn gear knobs. Even later Chinese-built models are not immune to premature interior deterioration.

Symptoms: Sagging seat fabric, Cracked dashboard...

Est. repair cost: £50–£300

View detailed MG TF fault guide

Buying Tips for the 2002 MG TF

  • Inspect the subframes, sills and boot floor on a ramp before buying
  • Check for an MLS gasket, steel dowels and stainless coolant pipes
  • Test the hood for leaks and the plastic rear screen for splits

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