2003 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · PXI 353
2003 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 15 May 2003. Recorded mileage 52,464 miles. MOT expired on 14 Nov 2020.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Nov 2020
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,464 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
PXI 353 Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/04/2019
- 52,464 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
PXI 353 Mileage History
- 06/04/200615,805 mi
- 29/03/200718,638 mi+2,833 mi
- 02/04/200718,668 mi+30 mi
- 05/03/200921,550 mi+2,882 mi
- 04/03/201027,350 mi+5,800 mi
- 04/03/201135,322 mi+7,972 mi
- 04/03/201135,324 mi+2 mi
- 05/03/201239,272 mi+3,948 mi
- 05/03/201239,272 mi
- 07/06/201344,642 mi+5,370 mi
- 28/08/201446,972 mi+2,330 mi
- 15/06/201547,102 mi+130 mi
- 13/06/201649,792 mi+2,690 mi
- 15/05/201850,091 mi+299 mi
- 19/04/201952,464 mi+2,373 mi
Average of roughly 2,813 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
PXI 353 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 2003 Mg Tf (PXI 353) between April 2006 and April 2019.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 19 April 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)”.
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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