2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · KX04 HAA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history indicates a recent lapse in proactive brake maintenance. The most recent recorded test on 19 August 2022 at 41,171 miles resulted in a failure for thin offside rear brake pads and an excessively fluctuating service brake. However, the vehicle passed immediately on the same day suggests these faults were rectified promptly. The lack of any MOT records for nearly four years means the current roadworthiness status is technically lapsed. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,871 miles per year. Between August 2019 and August 2022, the car covered only 2,109 miles, suggesting it was used sparingly or stored for long periods. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it significantly increases the risk of rubber components degrading, seals drying out, and brakes seizing due to inactivity. The lack of mileage data since 2022 indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for significant lengths of time. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside rear brake assembly to ensure the fluctuating condition identified in 2022 was resolved by replacing the disc rather than just the pads. Given the age and relatively low usage, priority should be placed on checking for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe, which are common failure points for the MG TF. Inspect all rubber bushings for cracking and the brake hoses for perished material, as low-mileage vehicles suffer more from age-related decay than mechanical wear.