2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · GU04 PVY
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 92,862 miles. MOT expired on 21 May 2016.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 May 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (27 Dec 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,862 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
GU04 PVY Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2015
- 92,862 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for MG MG TF
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
GU04 PVY Mileage History
- 11/09/200610,105 mi
- 30/08/200720,481 mi+10,376 mi
- 08/09/200831,467 mi+10,986 mi
- 27/05/200938,201 mi+6,734 mi
- 18/05/201052,341 mi+14,140 mi
- 24/05/201052,633 mi+292 mi
- 12/05/201167,587 mi+14,954 mi
- 18/05/201167,598 mi+11 mi
- 09/05/201278,537 mi+10,939 mi
- 08/03/201387,837 mi+9,300 mi
- 10/02/201491,310 mi+3,473 mi
- 22/05/201592,862 mi+1,552 mi
Average of roughly 9,521 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
GU04 PVY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Tf (GU04 PVY) between September 2006 and May 2015.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”.
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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- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill RustSerious
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 GremlinsModerate
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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