This page lists 6 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1949 MG TD, across 4 part types, covering the 1.3L 76cid L4 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1949 MG TD, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination. 5 parts of the 6 listed are Parking Lamp Bulb (2 parts), Tail Lamp Bulb (2 parts) and Brake Light Bulb (1 part). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.3L 76cid L4 — the only engine offered in the 1949 MG TD.
Every electrical bulb & socket part listed for the 1949 MG TD comes from PHILIPS. Quality grades include Extended Life and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 1949 MG TD opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Brake Light Bulb
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1157RLED | 🇺🇸 US | Ultinon LEDRed | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the stop lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
One part is listed for the 1949 MG TD — PHILIPS 1157RLED.
License Plate Lamp Bulb
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1895 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs that light the license plate. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
One part is listed for the 1949 MG TD — PHILIPS 1895.
Parking Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 89LL | 🇺🇸 US | Longer Life | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 89 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the parking lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
2 Parking Lamp Bulb parts for the 1949 MG TD come from PHILIPS.
In the Extended Life grade, PHILIPS supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Extended Life" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PHILIPS 89LL.
In the Standard Replacement grade, PHILIPS supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is PHILIPS 89.
Listed part numbers: PHILIPS 89LL and PHILIPS 89.
Tail Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 89LL | 🇺🇸 US | Longer Life | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 89 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the tail lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.
2 Tail Lamp Bulb parts for the 1949 MG TD come from PHILIPS.
Extended Life: 1 part, from PHILIPS. A representative part number is PHILIPS 89LL.
Standard Replacement: 1 part, from PHILIPS. A representative part number is PHILIPS 89.
Part numbers include PHILIPS 89LL and PHILIPS 89.
Buying Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for a 1949 MG TD
On this vehicle, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination.
- Confirm you have the 1.3L 76cid L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Parking Lamp Bulb and Tail Lamp Bulb .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical bulb & socket parts fit the 1949 MG TD?
Our catalog currently lists 6 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1949 MG TD across 4 subcategories and 1 brand, covering the 1.3L 76cid L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical bulb & socket problems on a 1949 MG TD?
Common symptoms include a lamp that flickers over bumps, melted or discolored socket plastic, or bulbs that keep failing early on one side. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1949 MG TD was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1949 MG TD?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.3L 76cid L4 engine. Then repeated bulb failure in one position usually means a socket or ground problem, not bad bulbs — replace the socket rather than chase it. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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