2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · BF53 UUV
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13/09/2003. Recorded mileage 55,193 miles. MOT valid until 12/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,193 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
BF53 UUV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 55,193 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
BF53 UUV Mileage History
- 03/01/202447,469 mi
- 16/01/202447,507 mi+38 mi
- 22/01/202550,324 mi+2,817 mi
- 03/03/202655,174 mi+4,850 mi
- 13/03/202655,193 mi+19 mi
Average of roughly 3,526 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BF53 UUV 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 (BF53 UUV) between January 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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