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White · Petrol · 1960 · 1,588 cc

5215 DGMOT history

5215 DG is a white petrol MG A first used on 25 Feb 1960. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
94,976 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5215 DG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
A
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
25 Feb 1960
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5215 DG was last recorded at 94,976 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,678 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
298 miles
Average per year
637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,976 miles
  • 2025 – 94,678 miles
  • 2024 – 94,449 miles
  • 2023 – 93,862 miles
  • 2022 – 93,636 miles
  • 2021 – 93,330 miles
  • 2019 – 93,248 miles
  • 2018 – 92,617 miles
  • 2017 – 92,228 miles
  • 2016 – 91,954 miles
  • 2015 – 89,844 miles
  • 2014 – 89,426 miles
  • 2013 – 89,113 miles
  • 2011 – 88,498 miles
  • 2010 – 87,478 miles
  • 2009 – 85,964 miles
  • 2008 – 84,782 miles
  • 2007 – 83,539 miles
  • 2006 – 82,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,976 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • N/s rear tyre tread cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,976 miles (+298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    94,976 miles
    Test number
    643635993123
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,678 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    94,678 miles
    Test number
    146587426063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,449 miles (+587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    94,449 miles
    Test number
    907694703229
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,862 miles
    Test number
    476457971570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,862 miles (+226)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,862 miles
    Test number
    292596736805
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    425978670503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,636 miles (+306)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,636 miles
    Test number
    127846800198
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass93,330 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,330 miles
    Test number
    491215505303
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail93,330 miles (+82)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,330 miles
    Test number
    141587271734
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,248 miles (+631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    372338457789
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  11. Pass92,617 miles (+389)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    800948281031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear suspension check strap broken

  12. Pass92,228 miles (+274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,228 miles
    Test number
    899568017544
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads cracking

  13. Pass91,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    949942511541
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre tread cracked

  14. Fail91,954 miles (+2,110)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    204444486240
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre tread cracked

  15. Pass89,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    128541665130
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  16. Fail89,844 miles (+418)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    167751765106
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass89,426 miles (+313)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,426 miles
    Test number
    225907664177
    • NoteAdvise attention to o/s rear spring front mounting
    • NoteSlight defect o/s front wheel bearing

  18. Pass89,113 miles (+615)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,113 miles
    Test number
    226455373449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,498 miles (+1,020)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,498 miles
    Test number
    565312921240
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteSlight rusting o/s sill

  20. Pass87,478 miles (+1,514)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,478 miles
    Test number
    450098310219
    • NoteSlight rusting o/s centre sill section

  21. Pass85,964 miles (+1,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,964 miles
    Test number
    700628309241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass84,782 miles (+1,243)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,782 miles
    Test number
    430209418290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight rusting o/s sill

  23. Pass83,539 miles (+848)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    83,539 miles
    Test number
    342804717457
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight rust o/s sill

  24. Pass82,691 miles (+355)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    82,691 miles
    Test number
    301403526259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,336 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,336 miles
    Test number
    632491126273
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about 5215 DG

What vehicle is registration 5215 DG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5215 DG on a white petrol MG A first used on 25 Feb 1960. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 5215 DG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5215 DG is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5215 DG?
The MOT on 5215 DG is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5215 DG done?
5215 DG was recorded at 94,976 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 637 miles a year.
Has 5215 DG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5215 DG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on 5215 DG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 5215 DG find?
5215 DG passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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