2007 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · SF56 POA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address suspension wear. The most recent test on 28 August 2025 at 38,066 miles passed despite a recurring advisory for a nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush. This fault has appeared in four consecutive MOT records back to 2022, indicating that while the component remains within legal operating limits, the owner has opted not to replace the worn bushing. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. Between September 2023 and August 2025, the car covered only 887 miles, suggesting long periods of inactivity or storage. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion of braking systems. The gap between the August 2022 failure and the September 2023 pass also shows a period of very low mileage accumulation. A buyer must specifically inspect the nearside and offside front track rod ends, which previously caused a failure in August 2022 due to excessive play. Although these were repaired to achieve the subsequent pass, the low usage frequency means the rubber boots may be perished or cracked. The parking brake also requires a thorough check as it failed the efficiency test in 2022, and low-use vehicles are prone to seized calipers or rusted cylinders. Given the age of the MG TF, a detailed inspection of structural integrity around the sills and mounting points is essential to ensure that low mileage has not masked hidden rust-.