2011 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · MG53 BOB
2011 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 18 Jan 2011. Recorded mileage 31,968 miles. MOT valid until 07 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MG53 BOB Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/10/2026
- 31,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
MG53 BOB Mileage History
- 09/01/20148,938 mi
- 31/03/201513,961 mi+5,023 mi
- 02/03/201615,016 mi+1,055 mi
- 13/03/201715,869 mi+853 mi
- 22/03/201816,731 mi+862 mi
- 15/04/201917,260 mi+529 mi
- 15/04/201917,260 mi
- 15/05/202020,831 mi+3,571 mi
- 11/05/202121,650 mi+819 mi
- 10/05/202221,901 mi+251 mi
- 05/05/202322,634 mi+733 mi
- 09/10/202322,953 mi+319 mi
- 02/10/202425,399 mi+2,446 mi
- 19/09/202528,358 mi+2,959 mi
- 05/10/202631,968 mi+3,610 mi
Average of roughly 1,808 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
MG53 BOB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mg Tf (MG53 BOB) between January 2014 and October 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 October 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: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
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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- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill RustSerious
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 GremlinsModerate
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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