2002 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · SW02 VVS
2002 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2002. Recorded mileage 42,306 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/05/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,306 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SW02 VVS Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2025
- 42,306 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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SW02 VVS Mileage History
- 12/04/202241,740 mi
- 28/05/202441,790 mi+50 mi
- 28/05/202441,792 mi+2 mi
- 27/05/202542,306 mi+514 mi
Average of roughly 181 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
SW02 VVS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mg Tf (SW02 VVS) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
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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