2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · FJ02 VBZ
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26/03/2002. Recorded mileage 68,281 miles. MOT valid until 13/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,281 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
FJ02 VBZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2026
- 68,281 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.
FJ02 VBZ Mileage History
- 17/11/202360,362 mi
- 07/11/202464,743 mi+4,381 mi
- 11/04/202564,753 mi+10 mi
- 14/04/202564,764 mi+11 mi
- 10/04/202668,281 mi+3,517 mi
Average of roughly 3,305 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FJ02 VBZ 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 (FJ02 VBZ) between November 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 April 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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