2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · SA53 NNV
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05/09/2003. Recorded mileage 66,181 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/02/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,181 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
SA53 NNV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 28/02/2023
- 66,181 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
SA53 NNV Mileage History
- 07/12/202165,005 mi
- 02/02/202265,022 mi+17 mi
- 28/02/202366,181 mi+1,159 mi
Average of roughly 959 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
SA53 NNV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (SA53 NNV) between December 2021 and February 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 February 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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