MG TD License Plate Bulb Size

The MG TD license plate light requires a bulb size of 1895 for proper illumination of the rear registration area. Data for the specific component covers the range from 1950 to 1953.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

Years	Bulb Size
1950-1953	1895

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T5). 12V, 0.9W.	1895

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Additional Notes

The MG TD uses the 1895 bulb for its license plate light across all four model years covered by these specifications, spanning 1950-1953.
The 1895 is an ANSI-standardized bulb type, meaning its physical and electrical characteristics conform to a defined North American standard recognized in both the United States and Canada.
The 1895 bulb belongs to the T5 form factor, which refers to a tubular bulb with a wedge base rather than a traditional bayonet or screw-type base.
A wedge base bulb is held in its socket by the tension of the base itself, with no separate metal contact pins or locking mechanism beyond the wedge fit.
The 1895 operates at 12 volts, which aligns with the standard automotive electrical system voltage used in passenger vehicles.
At 0.9 watts, the 1895 draws very low current, which is typical for a license plate application where output requirements are minimal.
When sourcing a replacement, the T5 wedge base form is a fitment-critical factor, as substituting a bulb with a different base type would be physically incompatible with the socket regardless of voltage rating.