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Blue · Petrol · 1939 · 1,292 cc

FVR 786MOT history

FVR 786 is a blue petrol MG TB first used on 31 Jul 1939. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 12,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
12,929 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FVR 786
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
TB
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,292 cc
Year of manufacture
1939
First used
31 Jul 1939
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

FVR 786 was last recorded at 12,929 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
12,570 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
359 miles
Average per year
650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 12,929 miles
  • 2024 – 12,570 miles
  • 2023 – 11,747 miles
  • 2022 – 10,911 miles
  • 2020 – 9,497 miles
  • 2019 – 8,346 miles
  • 2018 – 7,135 miles
  • 2017 – 6,327 miles
  • 2016 – 5,841 miles
  • 2015 – 5,027 miles
  • 2014 – 4,146 miles
  • 2013 – 3,400 miles
  • 2012 – 2,497 miles
  • 2011 – 1,917 miles
  • 2010 – 1,031 miles
  • 2009 – 570 miles
  • 2008 – 457 miles
  • 2007 – 206 miles
  • 2005 – 9 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,929 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,929 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    12,929 miles
    Test number
    523476863039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass12,570 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    12,570 miles
    Test number
    963050403127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass11,747 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    11,747 miles
    Test number
    581992958646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass10,911 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    10,911 miles
    Test number
    596090745403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail9,497 miles (+1,151)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,497 miles
    Test number
    565758538666
    • DangerousShock absorbers likely to become detached Both rears (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front weak effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering box attachment play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  6. Pass8,346 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    8,346 miles
    Test number
    373557975652
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres light cracking
  7. Fail8,346 miles (+1,211)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,346 miles
    Test number
    957054564911
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres light cracking
  8. Pass7,135 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    7,135 miles
    Test number
    977818379731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass6,327 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    6,327 miles
    Test number
    196989194804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass5,841 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    5,841 miles
    Test number
    591527419791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass5,027 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    5,027 miles
    Test number
    748153535139
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
  12. Fail5,025 miles (+879)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,025 miles
    Test number
    217923835145
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteAxle oil leaks
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
  13. Pass4,146 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    4,146 miles
    Test number
    607976524169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass3,400 miles (+903)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    3,400 miles
    Test number
    289359223186
    • NoteSlight oil leack from near side rear hub
  15. Pass2,497 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    2,497 miles
    Test number
    938679082079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass1,917 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    1,917 miles
    Test number
    267633481051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass1,031 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    1,031 miles
    Test number
    992917010118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass570 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    570 miles
    Test number
    800226709123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass457 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    457 miles
    Test number
    741235708117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass206 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    206 miles
    Test number
    312303337010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail206 miles (+197)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206 miles
    Test number
    352063837072
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass9 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    9 miles
    Test number
    533687945369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FVR 786

What vehicle is registration FVR 786 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FVR 786 on a blue petrol MG TB first used on 31 Jul 1939. 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 FVR 786 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FVR 786 is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on FVR 786?
The MOT on FVR 786 is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FVR 786 done?
FVR 786 was recorded at 12,929 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 650 miles a year.
Has FVR 786 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FVR 786 has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on FVR 786 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 FVR 786 find?
FVR 786 passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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