2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · LB53 NVF
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/01/2004. Recorded mileage 51,971 miles. MOT valid until 10/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,971 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
LB53 NVF Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 51,971 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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.
LB53 NVF Mileage History
- 12/01/20078,355 mi
- 25/01/200811,328 mi+2,973 mi
- 09/01/200914,768 mi+3,440 mi
- 28/01/201017,295 mi+2,527 mi
- 28/01/201017,295 mi
- 21/01/201119,733 mi+2,438 mi
- 31/01/201225,282 mi+5,549 mi
- 31/01/201225,289 mi+7 mi
- 24/01/201329,369 mi+4,080 mi
- 30/01/201430,509 mi+1,140 mi
- 07/04/201530,987 mi+478 mi
- 27/01/201631,622 mi+635 mi
- 18/01/201732,826 mi+1,204 mi
- 10/01/201835,188 mi+2,362 mi
- 11/01/201835,190 mi+2 mi
- 11/02/201937,686 mi+2,496 mi
- 29/01/202039,981 mi+2,295 mi
- 31/01/202039,983 mi+2 mi
- 09/02/202141,335 mi+1,352 mi
- 02/02/202243,850 mi+2,515 mi
- 08/02/202346,643 mi+2,793 mi
- 02/02/202448,669 mi+2,026 mi
- 06/02/202550,504 mi+1,835 mi
- 02/02/202651,970 mi+1,466 mi
- 02/02/202651,971 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,289 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
LB53 NVF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Tf (LB53 NVF) between January 2007 and February 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (12 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”.
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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