2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · MD02 EMD
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2002. Recorded mileage 45,969 miles. MOT valid until 18/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,969 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
MD02 EMD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 45,969 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 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.
MD02 EMD Mileage History
- 17/04/202342,778 mi
- 17/04/202443,909 mi+1,131 mi
- 07/04/202545,185 mi+1,276 mi
- 07/04/202545,185 mi
- 23/03/202645,969 mi+784 mi
Average of roughly 1,088 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MD02 EMD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Tf (MD02 EMD) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (14 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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: “Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured front mounting (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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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