2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · RA04 ARZ
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 80,134 miles. MOT valid until 19 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,134 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
RA04 ARZ Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2025
- 80,134 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (24 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.
RA04 ARZ Mileage History
- 30/04/200727,460 mi
- 08/05/200727,530 mi+70 mi
- 25/04/200835,115 mi+7,585 mi
- 18/05/200944,179 mi+9,064 mi
- 17/05/201049,924 mi+5,745 mi
- 14/05/201152,995 mi+3,071 mi
- 19/05/201255,950 mi+2,955 mi
- 25/05/201358,903 mi+2,953 mi
- 30/05/201462,205 mi+3,302 mi
- 30/05/201462,205 mi
- 11/07/201564,289 mi+2,084 mi
- 04/08/201666,030 mi+1,741 mi
- 11/08/201666,030 mi
- 13/09/201768,013 mi+1,983 mi
- 21/09/201870,361 mi+2,348 mi
- 25/09/201870,362 mi+1 mi
- 21/10/201970,806 mi+444 mi
- 15/10/202072,965 mi+2,159 mi
- 19/10/202174,659 mi+1,694 mi
- 15/10/202276,120 mi+1,461 mi
- 10/10/202377,441 mi+1,321 mi
- 14/10/202479,055 mi+1,614 mi
- 16/10/202479,062 mi+7 mi
- 13/10/202580,121 mi+1,059 mi
- 16/10/202580,134 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 2,853 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
RA04 ARZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mg Tf (RA04 ARZ) between April 2007 and October 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (24 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Steering (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 63 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 Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))”.
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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