2004 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · YF54 UVU
2004 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/12/2004. Recorded mileage 28,189 miles. MOT valid until 21/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,189 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
YF54 UVU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 28,189 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
YF54 UVU Mileage History
- 07/04/202227,638 mi
- 12/04/202327,746 mi+108 mi
- 16/04/202428,093 mi+347 mi
- 09/04/202528,135 mi+42 mi
- 23/04/202628,189 mi+54 mi
Average of roughly 136 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YF54 UVU 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 (YF54 UVU) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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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