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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

L26 SPLMOT history

L26 SPL is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,669 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SPL was last recorded at 98,669 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,566 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,103 miles
Average per year
962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,669 miles
  • 2024 – 97,566 miles
  • 2023 – 97,148 miles
  • 2022 – 96,443 miles
  • 2021 – 96,247 miles
  • 2019 – 94,319 miles
  • 2018 – 94,231 miles
  • 2017 – 93,589 miles
  • 2016 – 93,240 miles
  • 2015 – 92,954 miles
  • 2012 – 92,951 miles
  • 2011 – 92,306 miles
  • 2010 – 92,084 miles
  • 2009 – 91,954 miles
  • 2008 – 91,730 miles
  • 2007 – 82,233 miles
  • 2006 – 79,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,669 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody of vehicle is undersealed all around (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,669 miles (+1,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,669 miles
    Test number
    792482586014
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody of vehicle is undersealed all around (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,566 miles (+418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,566 miles
    Test number
    565810631375
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,148 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    97,148 miles
    Test number
    875654116841
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail97,148 miles (+705)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,148 miles
    Test number
    120219104334
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,443 miles (+196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,443 miles
    Test number
    240246381817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail96,247 miles (+764)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,247 miles
    Test number
    214120298939
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass95,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    134536512732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,483 miles (+1,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    156289426986
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass94,319 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,319 miles
    Test number
    123523269636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,265 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,265 miles
    Test number
    369703058450
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass94,231 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,231 miles
    Test number
    381883983265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,589 miles (+349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,589 miles
    Test number
    194542527559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty

  13. Pass93,240 miles (+286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,240 miles
    Test number
    862280028604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also starting to crack and perish (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also starting to crack and perish (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,954 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,954 miles
    Test number
    438657275070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail92,953 miles (+2)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,953 miles
    Test number
    988922375058
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail92,951 miles (+645)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,951 miles
    Test number
    939052552178
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges and have slight cracking
    • NoteClutch pipe corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewall slightly perished and wearing on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on edges

  17. Pass92,306 miles (+222)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,306 miles
    Test number
    107590241113
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing slightly on both edges and treads starting to crack
    • NoteFront discs are pitted on inner edges
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked

  18. Pass92,084 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    92,084 miles
    Test number
    751157930145
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sub frames rusty
    • NoteClutch pipe badly corroded

  19. Fail92,084 miles (+130)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,084 miles
    Test number
    754612330173
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sub frames rusty
    • NoteClutch pipe badly corroded

  20. Pass91,954 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,954 miles
    Test number
    564963319185
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteClutch pipe and under body rusty

  21. Fail91,953 miles (+223)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,953 miles
    Test number
    782156709108
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteClutch pipe and under body rusty

  22. Pass91,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    602977208188
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail91,730 miles (+9,497)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    282022908151
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass82,233 miles (+2,561)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,233 miles
    Test number
    593068887079
    • NoteFront & rear subframes corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads & discs worn

  25. Pass79,672 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    79,672 miles
    Test number
    523521406178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail79,641 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,641 miles
    Test number
    701464496014
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSubframes rusty front to back brake pipe rusty

Questions about L26 SPL

Does L26 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 SPL is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 SPL?
The MOT on L26 SPL is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 SPL done?
L26 SPL was recorded at 98,669 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 962 miles a year.
Has L26 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SPL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L26 SPL 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 L26 SPL find?
L26 SPL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody of vehicle is undersealed all around; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened.

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