2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · PL53 YHH
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2004. Recorded mileage 45,345 miles. MOT valid until 24/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,345 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
PL53 YHH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 45,345 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.
PL53 YHH Mileage History
- 22/05/202339,063 mi
- 26/05/202339,069 mi+6 mi
- 20/05/202443,088 mi+4,019 mi
- 25/03/202645,345 mi+2,257 mi
- 25/03/202645,345 mi
Average of roughly 2,211 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PL53 YHH 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 2004 Mg Tf (PL53 YHH) between May 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 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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