2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · MG53 EMB
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 42,525 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,525 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MG53 EMB Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 42,525 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 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 EMB Mileage History
- 08/12/20065,609 mi
- 11/12/200712,966 mi+7,357 mi
- 11/12/200712,966 mi
- 05/12/200814,545 mi+1,579 mi
- 02/12/200916,486 mi+1,941 mi
- 02/12/200916,486 mi
- 22/06/201116,860 mi+374 mi
- 30/06/201116,866 mi+6 mi
- 01/07/201116,866 mi
- 30/11/201216,971 mi+105 mi
- 29/11/201324,645 mi+7,674 mi
- 29/11/201324,645 mi
- 05/05/201829,309 mi+4,664 mi
- 24/04/201932,257 mi+2,948 mi
- 07/05/201932,277 mi+20 mi
- 03/06/202135,352 mi+3,075 mi
- 18/06/202236,844 mi+1,492 mi
- 01/06/202338,312 mi+1,468 mi
- 14/06/202439,766 mi+1,454 mi
- 19/06/202439,858 mi+92 mi
- 23/05/202540,934 mi+1,076 mi
- 11/06/202642,525 mi+1,591 mi
Average of roughly 1,892 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
MG53 EMB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (MG53 EMB) between December 2006 and June 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords inner edge (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Horn not working (1.6.2a)”.
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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