2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · FE52 XSY
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 02/09/2002. Recorded mileage 65,328 miles. MOT valid until 11/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,328 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
FE52 XSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 65,328 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
FE52 XSY Mileage History
- 04/03/202356,646 mi
- 17/02/202459,906 mi+3,260 mi
- 11/03/202563,099 mi+3,193 mi
- 12/03/202563,100 mi+1 mi
- 24/02/202665,328 mi+2,228 mi
Average of roughly 2,914 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FE52 XSY 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 2002 Mg Tf (FE52 XSY) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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