2003 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · MM53 ATY
2003 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/12/2003. Recorded mileage 57,290 miles. MOT valid until 10/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,290 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
MM53 ATY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 57,290 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
MM53 ATY Mileage History
- 07/02/202449,886 mi
- 05/03/202553,507 mi+3,621 mi
- 11/03/202553,507 mi
- 02/04/202657,282 mi+3,775 mi
- 11/04/202657,290 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 3,407 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MM53 ATY 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 (MM53 ATY) between February 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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