Archived DVLA Record

2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · FP53 SSO

FP53 SSO

2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2003. Recorded mileage 97,394 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MG TF
Year / Origin
2003 · Nottingham
MOT Status
Valid until 29/11/2022
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
97,394 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/11/2022
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2021-11-24 with no defects recorded. This is the only MOT result available in the history, despite the vehicle being over five years old as of 2026-06-15. The lack of updated MOT records raises a concern about the current mechanical condition of the car, as there is no recent evidence of its ongoing safety or reliability. The recorded mileage of 97,394 miles over 23 years equates to roughly 4,235 miles per year. This is a relatively low mileage for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it may have been driven infrequently or left standing for extended periods. While lower mileage can mean less wear on certain components, it can also indicate potential issues such as corrosion, battery degradation, or fluid breakdown due to long periods of inactivity. There is no clear mechanical pattern in the MOT history, as only one MOT result is available. However, the absence of any recorded defects in that test does not guarantee the vehicle is free from hidden issues. The lack of recent MOT data makes it difficult to determine whether the vehicle's condition has worsened, improved, or remained stable over time. A buyer should be cautious and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

FP53 SSO Key Findings

  • 29 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2021
  • 97,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 13 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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FP53 SSO Mileage History

  1. 06/10/200620,471 mi
  2. 27/10/200732,516 mi+12,045 mi
  3. 27/10/200732,516 mi
  4. 27/10/200842,606 mi+10,090 mi
  5. 31/10/200950,620 mi+8,014 mi
  6. 31/10/200950,620 mi
  7. 16/07/201055,345 mi+4,725 mi
  8. 16/07/201055,345 mi
  9. 28/07/201166,619 mi+11,274 mi
  10. 01/08/201166,619 mi
  11. 02/08/201277,271 mi+10,652 mi
  12. 09/08/201277,280 mi+9 mi
  13. 23/07/201385,981 mi+8,701 mi
  14. 24/07/201385,982 mi+1 mi
  15. 25/07/201385,984 mi+2 mi
  16. 21/07/201489,874 mi+3,890 mi
  17. 25/07/201489,874 mi
  18. 28/09/201590,982 mi+1,108 mi
  19. 12/09/201691,478 mi+496 mi
  20. 22/09/201691,471 mi-7 mi
  21. 09/10/201793,368 mi+1,897 mi
  22. 09/10/201793,368 mi
  23. 24/11/201892,888 mi-480 mi
  24. 30/11/201892,890 mi+2 mi
  25. 27/11/201994,572 mi+1,682 mi
  26. 27/11/202096,401 mi+1,829 mi
  27. 30/11/202096,045 mi-356 mi
  28. 24/11/202197,394 mi+1,349 mi
  29. 24/11/202197,394 mi

Average of roughly 5,083 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

FP53 SSO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (FP53 SSO) between November 2021 and November 2021.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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