2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · RL02 YRY
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20/07/2002. Recorded mileage 79,295 miles. MOT valid until 25/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,295 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
RL02 YRY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 79,295 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.
RL02 YRY Mileage History
- 22/02/202469,569 mi
- 21/02/202574,362 mi+4,793 mi
- 21/02/202574,362 mi
- 19/02/202679,293 mi+4,931 mi
- 20/02/202679,295 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,873 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RL02 YRY 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 2002 Mg Tf (RL02 YRY) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 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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