2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · XCZ 7003
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 57,395 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (30 Oct 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,395 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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XCZ 7003 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2026
- 57,395 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
XCZ 7003 Mileage History
- 27/01/202355,637 mi
- 09/02/202355,676 mi+39 mi
- 27/06/202657,278 mi+1,602 mi
- 16/07/202657,367 mi+89 mi
- 28/07/202657,395 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 502 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
XCZ 7003 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 (XCZ 7003) between January 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 28 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Like the ZR, the TF uses the K-Series engine. The mid-engine layout makes cooling even more critical.
- Subframe and Sill RustSerious
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 GremlinsModerate
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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