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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,588 cc

L3 CJNMOT history

L3 CJN is a red petrol MG TF first used on 3 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 51,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
51,257 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 CJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L3 CJN was last recorded at 51,257 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 7,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,253 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7,004 miles
Average per year
1,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,257 miles
  • 2025 – 44,253 miles
  • 2024 – 38,642 miles
  • 2022 – 38,606 miles
  • 2021 – 38,465 miles
  • 2018 – 38,430 miles
  • 2017 – 38,402 miles
  • 2016 – 38,351 miles
  • 2015 – 38,324 miles
  • 2014 – 38,065 miles
  • 2013 – 37,975 miles
  • 2012 – 37,872 miles
  • 2011 – 37,391 miles
  • 2010 – 34,341 miles
  • 2009 – 31,203 miles
  • 2008 – 28,385 miles
  • 2007 – 24,187 miles
  • 2006 – 20,759 miles
  • 2005 – 16,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail51,257 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.4mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail51,257 miles (+7,004)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,257 miles
    Test number
    973478484211
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass44,253 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    936949013361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail44,241 miles (+5,599)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,241 miles
    Test number
    300535216078
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50 R15 Tread - 3.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass38,642 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    38,642 miles
    Test number
    338496235179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass38,606 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    38,606 miles
    Test number
    148260297289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,465 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    225441178556
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded

  7. Pass38,430 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,430 miles
    Test number
    549697146917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,402 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,402 miles
    Test number
    187298671982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass38,351 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,351 miles
    Test number
    743259349189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded

  10. Pass38,324 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,324 miles
    Test number
    840711794283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass38,065 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,065 miles
    Test number
    528062564255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,975 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    805146363273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,872 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,872 miles
    Test number
    845191772259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,391 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,391 miles
    Test number
    269322251220
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass37,391 miles (+3,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,391 miles
    Test number
    356162351239
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass34,341 miles (+3,138)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,341 miles
    Test number
    870545430255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake pivot seiged
    • NoteRear brake discs inner face slighty rusted

  17. Pass31,203 miles (+2,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,203 miles
    Test number
    104058639253
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass28,385 miles (+4,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,385 miles
    Test number
    494660748299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass24,187 miles (+3,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,187 miles
    Test number
    583406727260
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass20,759 miles (+4,402)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,759 miles
    Test number
    630351146252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    16,357 miles
    Test number
    252162645272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 CJN

Does L3 CJN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 CJN is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 CJN?
The MOT on L3 CJN is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 CJN done?
L3 CJN was recorded at 51,257 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 1,650 miles a year.
Has L3 CJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 CJN has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 CJN 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 L3 CJN find?
L3 CJN failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 3 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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