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MG RV8

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 3,946 cc

5652 MGMOT history

5652 MG is a green petrol MG RV8 first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 7,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
7,658 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5652 MG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
RV8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,946 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5652 MG was last recorded at 7,658 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
7,636 miles · 11 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 7,658 miles
  • 2025 – 7,492 miles
  • 2023 – 6,702 miles
  • 2022 – 6,676 miles
  • 2021 – 6,643 miles
  • 2019 – 6,558 miles
  • 2016 – 6,522 miles
  • 2015 – 6,431 miles
  • 2014 – 6,274 miles
  • 2013 – 6,111 miles
  • 2012 – 5,954 miles
  • 2011 – 5,542 miles
  • 2010 – 2,596 miles
  • 2009 – 2,307 miles
  • 2008 – 1,736 miles
  • 2007 – 967 miles
  • 2006 – 265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,658 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,658 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    7,658 miles
    Test number
    436632055233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail7,636 miles (+144)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,636 miles
    Test number
    231942483165
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Hanger splitting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside lag (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass7,492 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    7,492 miles
    Test number
    869036308111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass6,851 miles (+149)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    6,851 miles
    Test number
    497857195511
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass6,702 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    6,702 miles
    Test number
    531923392700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail6,686 miles (+10)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,686 miles
    Test number
    156137913334
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass6,676 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    6,676 miles
    Test number
    579230285432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass6,643 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    6,643 miles
    Test number
    106707625051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass6,558 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    6,558 miles
    Test number
    254391873941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass6,522 miles (+91)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    6,522 miles
    Test number
    162232924931
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s

  11. Pass6,431 miles (+157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    6,431 miles
    Test number
    392569276502
    • AdvisorySlight play at inner joints on steering rack

  12. Pass6,274 miles (+163)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    6,274 miles
    Test number
    687579914228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass6,111 miles (+157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    6,111 miles
    Test number
    557155603232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass5,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    5,954 miles
    Test number
    238968202297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail5,954 miles (+412)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,954 miles
    Test number
    695058302220
    • Repaired at testSteering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass5,542 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    5,542 miles
    Test number
    918383991168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass2,596 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    2,596 miles
    Test number
    543056690136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass2,307 miles (+571)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    2,307 miles
    Test number
    691879309297
    • NoteSlight play on offside steering rod.

  19. Pass1,736 miles (+769)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    1,736 miles
    Test number
    874540608260
    • NoteSlight play on off side steering tie rod

  20. Pass967 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    967 miles
    Test number
    353480407239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass265 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    265 miles
    Test number
    441522736150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail265 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265 miles
    Test number
    792932436144
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight wear on steering rack.

Questions about 5652 MG

What vehicle is registration 5652 MG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5652 MG on a green petrol MG RV8 first used on 31 Dec 1996. 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 5652 MG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5652 MG is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5652 MG?
The MOT on 5652 MG is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5652 MG done?
5652 MG was recorded at 7,658 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 363 miles a year.
Has 5652 MG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5652 MG has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 5652 MG 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 5652 MG find?
5652 MG passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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