2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · TF04 TFF
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27/03/2004. Recorded mileage 47,504 miles. MOT valid until 28/09/2026. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,504 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
TF04 TFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2025
- 47,504 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
TF04 TFF Mileage History
- 14/09/202242,863 mi
- 26/09/202242,947 mi+84 mi
- 13/09/202344,377 mi+1,430 mi
- 03/09/202446,156 mi+1,779 mi
- 24/09/202547,504 mi+1,348 mi
Average of roughly 1,533 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
TF04 TFF 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 2004 Mg Tf (TF04 TFF) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 September 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 (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
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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