2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · LC53 AVM
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/02/2004. Recorded mileage 80,788 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,788 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
LC53 AVM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 15/01/2026
- 80,788 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
LC53 AVM Mileage History
- 13/06/202477,309 mi
- 15/01/202680,788 mi+3,479 mi
Average of roughly 2,187 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
LC53 AVM MOT History
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 2004 Mg Tf (LC53 AVM) between June 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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