2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · BV03 WDY
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 21 May 2003. Recorded mileage 90,060 miles. MOT expired on 20 Mar 2023.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,060 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV03 WDY Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2022
- 90,060 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (54 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV03 WDY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (BV03 WDY) between May 2006 and March 2022.
The record contains 15 passes and 12 failures.
The most recent test on 21 March 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (54 issues), Suspension (21 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 66 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: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.
BV03 WDY Mileage History
- 12/05/200636,513 mi
- 06/06/200636,798 mi+285 mi
- 06/06/200636,798 mi
- 25/07/200744,055 mi+7,257 mi
- 22/10/200849,251 mi+5,196 mi
- 23/10/200849,251 mi
- 23/10/200953,544 mi+4,293 mi
- 27/10/200953,544 mi
- 02/09/201155,529 mi+1,985 mi
- 02/09/201155,529 mi
- 17/09/201259,046 mi+3,517 mi
- 18/09/201259,050 mi+4 mi
- 21/09/201362,561 mi+3,511 mi
- 09/09/201466,738 mi+4,177 mi
- 05/06/201570,923 mi+4,185 mi
- 11/06/201570,928 mi+5 mi
- 13/05/201672,830 mi+1,902 mi
- 13/05/201672,830 mi
- 08/06/201776,116 mi+3,286 mi
- 21/06/201776,116 mi
- 22/05/201880,602 mi+4,486 mi
- 24/05/201880,602 mi
- 17/07/201983,807 mi+3,205 mi
- 24/07/201983,807 mi
- 25/01/202187,693 mi+3,886 mi
- 25/01/202187,693 mi
- 21/03/202290,060 mi+2,367 mi
Average of roughly 3,377 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill RustSerious
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 GremlinsModerate
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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