2003 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · MF53 OYZ
2003 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/10/2003. Recorded mileage 128,293 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,293 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1588cc
MF53 OYZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/04/2026
- 128,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
MF53 OYZ Mileage History
- 08/04/2024126,402 mi
- 15/04/2024126,402 mi
- 01/05/2025129,299 mi+2,897 mi
- 01/05/2025127,259 mi-2,040 mi
- 08/04/2026128,293 mi+1,034 mi
Average of roughly 946 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
MF53 OYZ 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 2003 Mg Tf (MF53 OYZ) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 April 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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