The MGF Register Holland

MGF & MGTF Production changes between 1995 - 2005
Year VIN number		Car figured

1995	AD000001 to AD000098	Introductory models – used as press cars.

1995	AD000251	Start of sales. Please note: Serial number of the first car is the phone number of the old Abingdon factory.

1995	AD000505	New brake master cylinder fitted to non ABS cars.

1995	AD000510	Speedo cable changed from two to three piece version.

1995	AD006145	Soft top rear clamps changed.


1996	AD009462	MPI models: MEMS electronic control unit changed.

1996	AD010518	VVC models: MEMS electronic control unit changed.

1996	AD011429	New catalytic converter for all countries except Japan.

1996	AD012481	New catalytic converter for Japanese models.


1997	WDxxxxxx	Model year 1997 introduced. VIN no. changed to WD.

1997	WD024605	New hood without seams.

1997	WD026659	Front subframe mounts changed.

1997	WD028240	New relay for fuel pump.

1997	WD031461	MG badge added to the steering wheel airbag.


1998	WD035xxx	Abingdon/Brooklands special editon models introduced. All 2.151 cars were painted in Brooklands Green. After that 1.795 vehicles were manufactured with the 1.8I engine and 356 vehicles with the 1.8I VVC engine.

1998	WDxxxxxx	Electric power assisted steering (EPAS) introduced for all countries. All exports to Germany were fitted with the EPAS from the beginning of the MGF production.

1998	WD036127	New brake light switch.

1998	WD036564	Newly designed door window stop. Now in three parts instead of one.


1999	XD038935	Model year 1999 introduced. VIN no. changed to XD. From May WD and XD VIN numbers mixed.

1999	WD040179	New catalytic converter for Japanese models.

1999	WD040180	New catalytic converter for all countries except Japan.

1999	XD041975	Last car on production line CAB2 where 41.725 MGF vehicles were built.

1999	XD500001	First car from the new production line CAB1.

1999	XD503637	EPAS electronic control unit changed.

1999	XD504633	Modifications to inlet manifold on MPI models. New nuts to suit and modified cam cover seal.

1999	XD508177	MGF No. 50.000.

1999	XD507185	Start of LE75 production. 2000 cars were built.

1999	XD5009xx	Change to static cam belt tensioner in September 1998: 1.8 (except VVC models) from engine no. 18K4FJ31 153993 and 18K4FJ32 147263. Modifications to timing belts to suit.

1999	XD511058	Last MK1. In total about 52.000 MGF MK1 units were produced.


2000	YD511059	Model year 2000: introduction of the MGF MK2 with following modifications: amber front indicator lamps replaced by a clear version, new evaporator for air conditioning system. New VIN number, starting with YD.

2000	YDxxxxxx	A lowering kit offered as special equipment in Germany.

2000	YDxxxxxx	August 1999: introduction of the Stepspeed gearbox shortly after the MY2000 models.

2000	YD512772	New OAT coolant type introduced and change cycle enhanced. Colour now purple instead of green/blue.

2000	YD514326	New windscreen wiper motor fitted. Identified by a small connector with five 2.8 mm blades inside.

2000	YD518177	MGF No. 60.000.

2000	YD522573	New downpipe, new oxygen sensor, new water temperature sensor and new fuel pump fitted. Modifications on throttle body. Marelli A115i alternator replaced by the new GCB2 variant.

2000	YD525454	New brake master cylinder fitted.


2001	1Dxxxxxx	Model year 2001. New VIN number, starting with 1D.

2001	1D520734	MGF Wedgwood SE model introduced. 650 cars were built in total.

2001	1D522573	New specification due to EURO 3 environment rules. Modifications on MEMS electronic control unit. New rear silencer and new air filter fitted.

2001	1D525705	MGF Trophy SE introduced with different suspension and body parts.

2001	1D527784	March 2001: improved cylinder head gasket introduced. Fitted with steel dowels.

2001	1D529868	Front MG badge changed to self adhesive.


2002	2Dxxxxxx	July 2001: model year 2002. VIN number starting now with 2D.

2002	2D533177	MGF No. 75.000.

2002	2D535576	January 3, 2002: last MGF with Hydragas suspension. In total 77.301 MGF cars were built.

2002	2D600101	Introduction of the MGTF in January 2002. There was a distinctive style change and important improvements to the steering, body shell stiffness and suspension with conventional coil springs replacing the Hydragas of the MGF.

2002	2D604171	Anniversary recording the manufacture of 1.5 Million MG cars.

2002	2D607324	MGTF Sprint SE model introduced. 1063 cars were built in total.


2003	2D6093xx to 2D61xxxx	Model year 2003. New VIN number, starting with 3D.

2003	3D610318	New engine management relay.

2003	3D615xxx	The pressure relief thermostat appeared in some cars. This new thermostat is fitted now between the radiator hoses.

2003	3D615352	March 2003: Introduction of the TF115 and TF135 Cool Blue SE models. 2624 cars were built in total.


2004	4Dxxxxxx	Model year 2004. New VIN number, starting with 4D.

2004	4D624389	September 2003: Introduction of the TF Sunstorm LE model. 1.072 cars were built in total.

2004	4D627744	January 2004: Introduction of the TF 80th Anniversary LE model. 1.600 cars were built in total.

2004	4D629951	The pressure relief thermostat was introduced to all cars. Fitted between the radiator hoses.

2004	4D633260	March 2004: Introduction of the Spark SE model. 1451 cars were built in total.

2004	4D632424	New coolant expansion bottle with level sensor.

2004	4D638640	Updated pressure relief thermostat introduced with minor differences on the bypass valve.


2005	5D639631	Model year 2005 with several changes including a new design of fuse panel and a glass rear window. New VIN number, staring with 5D.

2005	5D639634	New brake master cylinder fitted.

2005	5D641671	Last car officially built which left the line at 10.22 hours on the 7th April 2005.

2005	5D641764	Very last VIN of the series supplied to cars unofficially made after the close down.

2005		The production of all MG models was suspended on the 7th of April 2005 when MG Rover collapsed.
Source: MG-Rover Group (2005)

MGF & MGTF Production changes between 1995 - 2005