2004 MG TF 1.6L Petrol · YS53 BGU
2004 MG TF (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/01/2004. Recorded mileage 67,418 miles. MOT valid until 23/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG TF
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,418 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
YS53 BGU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
- 67,418 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
YS53 BGU Mileage History
- 10/01/202365,006 mi
- 21/12/202365,805 mi+799 mi
- 10/01/202566,493 mi+688 mi
- 24/01/202566,493 mi
- 19/01/202667,418 mi+925 mi
Average of roughly 797 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YS53 BGU 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 (YS53 BGU) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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