2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · BW53 TPO
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2004. Recorded mileage 88,339 miles. MOT valid until 16/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,339 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
BW53 TPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 88,339 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.
BW53 TPO Mileage History
- 11/10/202385,299 mi
- 13/10/202385,306 mi+7 mi
- 15/10/202486,962 mi+1,656 mi
- 17/10/202486,969 mi+7 mi
- 15/10/202588,339 mi+1,370 mi
Average of roughly 1,510 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BW53 TPO 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 2004 Mg Tf (BW53 TPO) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 2025 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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