2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · FP53 SPU
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2003. Recorded mileage 19,068 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 19,068 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FP53 SPU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2025
- 19,068 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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FP53 SPU Mileage History
- 10/06/202217,550 mi
- 26/05/202318,148 mi+598 mi
- 29/05/202418,653 mi+505 mi
- 28/05/202519,068 mi+415 mi
Average of roughly 512 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FP53 SPU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (FP53 SPU) between June 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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