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2003 MG TF
United Kingdom • 18 Feb 2026 • Lot 413
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2003 MG TF 1.6 roadster, finished in metallic grey with black cloth seats, has 73,004 miles and six previous owners. With MOT until April 2026 and some service history, it requires some reconditioning.

Condition
6
Moderate wear, requires reconditioning.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
SARRDMBEB4D627532
Chassis No:
Odometer:
73,004 miles
YE53PXN
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Great car for upcoming spring; MOTd until April 2026; 73,000 miles from new; Metallic Grey with Black Cloth seats; 6 owners in total2003 MG TF 1.6 is presented in metallic grey with a black cloth seats, being offered as an appealing modern classic roadster.
First registered in December 2003, the car is powered by the 1588cc petrol engine paired with a five-speed manual gearbox and has had a total of six keepers.
The current owner has had the car since January 2024 and it shows a recorded mileage of 73,004 miles.The MG is supplied with an MOT valid until April 2026 and has been started, driven and brought to a halt while on site for photography and a short video.
The service book records three stamps, with the most recent service carried out in December 2009 at 37,363 miles.
The history file also contains a small selection of receipts detailing additional work undertaken over the years.Contact James Booth at [Email]
Points of note
£240
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£2,050
Median Price (Since 2020)
£10,800
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Apr 02 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
72,976 miles
Registration Date
2003-12-13
MOT History
Passed
On Apr 03 2025 with 72,976 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded close to fuel filter area
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear bulk head - corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed
On Apr 01 2025 with 72,976 miles
There were 12 defects noted.
Major:
- Windscreen washer not working re check wiper blade condition when the washers are working (3.5 (a))
- Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Offside Front Upper Suspension locking device ineffective top ball joint locking tab not activated (5.3.6 (b))
- Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Advisory:
- Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded close to fuel filter area
- Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear bulk head - corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Mar 15 2024 with 72,925 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Failed
On Mar 12 2024 with 72,925 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged brake pipe has split causing fluid loss (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Brake performance unable to be tested brake pipe leaking hydraulic fluid (1.2.1 (g))
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Sep 02 2022 with 72,893 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Underbody & components covered with underseal
- Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On Jul 29 2021 with 71,681 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- under body seal added under body seal
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Passed
On Dec 05 2017 with 64,464 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Dec 04 2017 with 64,464 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Dec 09 2016 with 63,494 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Dec 06 2016 with 63,492 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 25 2015 with 61,592 miles
Passed
On Nov 27 2014 with 54,522 miles
Passed
On Dec 02 2013 with 48,148 miles
Passed
On Dec 11 2012 with 44,440 miles
Passed
On Nov 24 2011 with 42,237 miles
Failed
On Nov 24 2011 with 42,237 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Nov 15 2010 with 39,271 miles
Passed
On Dec 01 2009 with 35,430 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Dec 01 2009 with 35,430 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Nov 28 2008 with 28,011 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Failed
On Nov 28 2008 with 28,011 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Dec 03 2007 with 21,738 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Dec 03 2007 with 21,738 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Dec 11 2006 with 15,112 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

