2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · HDC 53E
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17/07/2002. Recorded mileage 65,260 miles. MOT valid until 28/10/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
HDC 53E Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
- 65,260 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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HDC 53E Mileage History
- 12/11/202163,235 mi
- 29/10/202464,230 mi+995 mi
- 17/10/202565,260 mi+1,030 mi
Average of roughly 515 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
HDC 53E MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Tf (HDC 53E) between November 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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