2009 MG TF1.8L Petrol
Considering this 2009 MG TF? It's a Petrol with a 1796cc engine showing 35,488 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1796cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Our records for this Mg Tf (DX59 DDE) from 2009 show a total of 5 MOT tests between January 2023 and October 2025.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 33 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 6 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
Common Problems: MG TF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- 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.
- 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.
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