2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · AV04 AEM
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2004. Recorded mileage 41,541 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1589cc
AV04 AEM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2025
- 41,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
AV04 AEM Mileage History
- 07/09/202238,224 mi
- 20/09/202339,392 mi+1,168 mi
- 19/09/202440,468 mi+1,076 mi
- 18/09/202541,541 mi+1,073 mi
Average of roughly 1,094 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AV04 AEM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Tf (AV04 AEM) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
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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