This page lists 10 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1955 MG TF, across 5 part types, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1955 MG TF, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination. Most of the listed parts are Turn Signal Lamp Bulb (5 parts), Parking Lamp Bulb (2 parts) and Brake Light Bulb (1 part). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 2 parts.
The 1955 MG TF came with a single engine, the 1.5L L4, and every part is verified against it.
2 brands supply electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1955 MG TF, led by PHILIPS (9 parts) and ACDELCO (1 part). Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Extended Life.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1955 MG TF. 1 part has it: PHILIPS 1003LL (Turn Signal Lamp Bulb). Each part number 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.
This group shows a single part: 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.
This group shows a single part: PHILIPS 1895.
Parking Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1176LL | 🇺🇸 US | Longer Life | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1176 | 🇺🇸 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.
PHILIPS supplies both parts for the 1955 MG TF.
The Extended Life section lists 1 option from PHILIPS — grouped under the catalog's "Extended Life" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. PHILIPS 1176LL is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from PHILIPS — built to original-equipment specification. PHILIPS 1176 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: PHILIPS 1176LL and PHILIPS 1176.
Tail Lamp Bulb
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS | 1157RLED | 🇺🇸 US | Ultinon LEDRed | 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.
One part is listed for the 1955 MG TF — PHILIPS 1157RLED.
Turn Signal Lamp Bulb
Extended Life
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHILIPS Popular | 1003LL | 🇺🇸 US | Longer Life | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | 1176LL | 🇺🇸 US | Longer Life | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | L1003 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldTerminal Type: Pressure Contact | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | 1003 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear | View on Amazon |
| PHILIPS | 1176 | 🇺🇸 US | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bulbs in the turn-signal 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.
5 Turn Signal Lamp Bulb parts for the 1955 MG TF come from 2 brands — PHILIPS and ACDELCO. The "Popular" part is PHILIPS 1003LL.
Extended Life: 2 parts, from PHILIPS. A representative part number is PHILIPS 1003LL.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from PHILIPS and ACDELCO. A representative part number is ACDELCO L1003.
Listed part numbers: PHILIPS 1003LL, PHILIPS 1176LL and ACDELCO L1003, plus the other parts above.
Buying Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for a 1955 MG TF
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 1.5L 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: Turn Signal Lamp Bulb and Parking Lamp Bulb .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical bulb & socket parts fit the 1955 MG TF?
Our catalog currently lists 10 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1955 MG TF across 5 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical bulb & socket problems on a 1955 MG TF?
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 1955 MG TF 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 1955 MG TF?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L 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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