£10,044 (Est: £9,000 - £14,000)
1954 MG TF
Historics • UK • 18 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 30% of Past Sales
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£10,044 (Est: £9,000 - £14,000)
1954 MG TF
UK • 18 Jul 2026 • Lot 128
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1954 MG TF, offered from a deceased estate, is a desirable classic British sportscar in Almond Green metallic with a beige interior. It comes with the sought-after registration plate '1234 TF' and a history file, but requires recommissioning after over 10 years in storage and is being sold as a non-runner.
Condition
4
The car is described as a non-running recommissioning project that has been in dry storage for over 10 years. While it presents well externally with desirable paint and interior, mechanical attention is explicitly stated as required. This indicates it is functional but needs substantial work to be roadworthy, fitting the 'Average' rating.
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4,865 miles
HDE431025
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
1234 TF
1954
Auction
£10,044 (Est: £9,000 - £14,000)
1954 MG TF
Historics • UK • 18 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 30% of Past Sales
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Description
Year: 1954 Make: MG Model: TF Registration: 1234 TF
Chassis No: HDE431025
Odometer: 4,865 • Deceased estate • Includes number plate The TF Midget, launched on 15th October 1953 was a facelifted TD fitted with the TD Mk.
II engine, headlights faired into the wings, a sloping radiator grille concealing a separate radiator, and a new pressurised cooling system along with a simulated external radiator cap.
Offered for sale from a deceased estate, this 1954 MG TF presents a rare opportunity to acquire a desirable post-war British sportscar with excellent period charm.
The vehicle was registered to our client in July 1994 and has remained in long-term ownership since that time.
The car has been in dry storage for over 10 years and is now offered as a non-running recommissioning project.
The car presents extremely well in what is believed to be an early example of Almond Green metallic paint with a contrasting beige interior.
Prospective purchasers should assume that mechanical attent...
Price Analysis vs Other Midget TDs
£2,195
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,250
Median Price (Since 2020)
£104,590
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 8th Jun 2012
Latest MOT mileage:
4,865 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 9th Jun 2011, 4,865 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
User Entered:
- signs of dampness on both rear wheels suspect oil seal
Passed
On 23rd Sept 2009, 4,866 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
- Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
User Entered:
- various engine oil leaks
- signs of contamination on rear brake back plates no leaks visible
Failed
On 25th Aug 2009, 4,865 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
- (Dangerous) Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
- Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- Brake weight 1010 kg
Passed
On 22nd Aug 2008, 4,865 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
User Entered:
- Brake weight 1070kg
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