2004 MG TF1.8L Petrol

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a clear trend of worsening structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 50,866 miles, the record reveals a persistent failure to arrest advanced corrosion across the chassis. The transition from corrosion not seriously weakened in 2023 to a structural failure for significantly reduced mounting strength in July 2024 indicates that the structural integrity of the MG TF is actively declining despite intermittent reactive repairs. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,312 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between March 2017 and April 2020, during which the car covered only 22 miles in three years, suggesting it sat stationary for long periods. This lack of use is likely directly linked to the recurring age-related failures, specifically the consistent cracking and perishing of tyres and rubber components noted in way test from 2015 through 2026. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the front and rear sub-frames and Macpherson strut mounts. The history consistently flags heavy corrosion in these areas, and the 2024 failure for significantly reduced structural strength on the offside front mounting suggests the metal is reaching the end of its life. The brake system also requires scrutiny, as the tester has identified pitted discs, weakened components, and low parking brake efficiency across multiple years. Furthermore, the recurring presence of perished tyres and coolant leaks indicates that the vehicle has suffered from basic neglect during its periods of low use.