2003 MG TF 1.8L Petrol · YP53 URX
2003 MG TF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 50,708 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,708 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP53 URX Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/10/2022
- 50,708 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP53 URX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Tf (YP53 URX) between October 2006 and October 2022.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached Steering arm lock nut insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
YP53 URX Mileage History
- 26/10/200613,745 mi
- 26/10/200718,413 mi+4,668 mi
- 10/11/200823,850 mi+5,437 mi
- 11/11/200823,850 mi
- 09/06/200926,352 mi+2,502 mi
- 11/05/201028,836 mi+2,484 mi
- 12/05/201028,836 mi
- 14/06/201136,557 mi+7,721 mi
- 28/07/201241,041 mi+4,484 mi
- 30/07/201241,041 mi
- 22/05/201444,547 mi+3,506 mi
- 27/04/201548,886 mi+4,339 mi
- 13/06/201649,994 mi+1,108 mi
- 16/06/201750,214 mi+220 mi
- 12/07/201850,533 mi+319 mi
- 12/07/201850,533 mi
- 25/06/201950,597 mi+64 mi
- 04/07/201950,597 mi
- 31/10/202250,708 mi+111 mi
Average of roughly 2,308 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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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