2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · YC54 APX
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/10/2004. Recorded mileage 63,658 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/07/2015
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,658 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
YC54 APX Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2014
- 63,658 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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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.
YC54 APX Mileage History
- 06/10/200721,019 mi
- 03/10/200829,960 mi+8,941 mi
- 03/10/200938,078 mi+8,118 mi
- 02/10/201043,741 mi+5,663 mi
- 06/10/201151,414 mi+7,673 mi
- 18/06/201360,945 mi+9,531 mi
- 18/06/201360,945 mi
- 24/06/201463,647 mi+2,702 mi
- 15/07/201463,658 mi+11 mi
- 15/07/201463,658 mi
Average of roughly 6,294 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
YC54 APX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Tf (YC54 APX) between October 2007 and July 2014.
The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 15 July 2014 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “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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