2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · AP53 EWN
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/11/2003. Recorded mileage 52,302 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Norwich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,302 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
AP53 EWN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/03/2026
- 52,302 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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.
AP53 EWN Mileage History
- 12/10/202245,770 mi
- 29/09/202345,842 mi+72 mi
- 04/10/202345,855 mi+13 mi
- 03/10/202445,923 mi+68 mi
- 31/03/202652,302 mi+6,379 mi
Average of roughly 1,885 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AP53 EWN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (AP53 EWN) between October 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 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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