2003 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · SP53 UBF
2003 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/09/2003. Recorded mileage 46,316 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,316 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SP53 UBF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 05/03/2026
- 46,316 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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.
SP53 UBF Mileage History
- 01/06/202235,746 mi
- 12/04/202336,706 mi+960 mi
- 05/04/202439,013 mi+2,307 mi
- 06/04/202439,017 mi+4 mi
- 05/03/202646,316 mi+7,299 mi
Average of roughly 2,811 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP53 UBF 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 2003 Mg Tf (SP53 UBF) between June 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 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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