2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · AD03 VCL
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2003. Recorded mileage 76,204 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,204 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
AD03 VCL Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/09/2024
- 76,204 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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.
AD03 VCL Mileage History
- 24/11/202172,869 mi
- 16/12/202274,944 mi+2,075 mi
- 25/09/202476,204 mi+1,260 mi
Average of roughly 1,176 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
AD03 VCL 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 2003 Mg Tf (AD03 VCL) between November 2021 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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