2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · BD52 NTG
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17/12/2002. Recorded mileage 82,014 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,014 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
BD52 NTG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 82,014 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
BD52 NTG Mileage History
- 13/04/202280,710 mi
- 23/04/202581,627 mi+917 mi
- 07/05/202581,650 mi+23 mi
- 30/03/202682,014 mi+364 mi
Average of roughly 329 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BD52 NTG 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 2002 Mg Tf (BD52 NTG) between April 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn inner most tie bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Windscreen washer not working np pump noise (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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