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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,588 cc

L55 JFBMOT history

L55 JFB is a red petrol MG TF first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 42,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
42,661 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JFB
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
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 JFB was last recorded at 42,661 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 1,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,083 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,578 miles
Average per year
1,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,661 miles
  • 2025 – 41,083 miles
  • 2023 – 41,080 miles
  • 2021 – 40,992 miles
  • 2020 – 40,904 miles
  • 2019 – 40,840 miles
  • 2018 – 40,608 miles
  • 2017 – 39,797 miles
  • 2016 – 38,844 miles
  • 2015 – 37,843 miles
  • 2014 – 37,057 miles
  • 2013 – 36,584 miles
  • 2012 – 36,282 miles
  • 2011 – 35,132 miles
  • 2010 – 32,525 miles
  • 2009 – 28,381 miles
  • 2008 – 24,255 miles
  • 2007 – 19,847 miles
  • 2006 – 15,790 miles
  • 2005 – 11,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,661 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Corrosion to suspension and braking components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,661 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    42,661 miles
    Test number
    705227545492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass41,083 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    41,083 miles
    Test number
    347748342859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass41,080 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,080 miles
    Test number
    297067107603
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension and braking components

  4. Fail41,073 miles (+81)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,073 miles
    Test number
    770103841032
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension and braking components

  5. Pass40,992 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    40,992 miles
    Test number
    195416680145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,904 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    40,904 miles
    Test number
    473503689384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,840 miles (+232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    796308492468
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension and braking components

  8. Pass40,608 miles (+811)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,608 miles
    Test number
    600824583994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    39,797 miles
    Test number
    137145401136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,795 miles (+951)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    609743000397
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  11. Pass38,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    38,844 miles
    Test number
    186562902580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,842 miles (+999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,842 miles
    Test number
    729012988121
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass37,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    483386609603
    • AdvisoryNo lock up on hand brake
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding

  14. Fail37,841 miles (+784)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,841 miles
    Test number
    333041146584
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNo lock up on hand brake
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding

  15. Pass37,057 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,057 miles
    Test number
    835792524333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,055 miles (+471)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    507071824330
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass36,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,584 miles
    Test number
    738964243398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,581 miles (+299)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,581 miles
    Test number
    967554043324
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass36,282 miles (+1,150)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,282 miles
    Test number
    465365732393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,132 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    35,132 miles
    Test number
    839454331358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,525 miles (+4,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,525 miles
    Test number
    733744130303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,381 miles (+4,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,381 miles
    Test number
    764614839305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass24,255 miles (+4,408)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,255 miles
    Test number
    512006438373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,847 miles (+4,057)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,847 miles
    Test number
    793287937375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,790 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,790 miles
    Test number
    413614736492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    11,806 miles
    Test number
    634170635397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 JFB

Does L55 JFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 JFB is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 JFB?
The MOT on L55 JFB is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 JFB done?
L55 JFB was recorded at 42,661 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 1,513 miles a year.
Has L55 JFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JFB has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 JFB 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 L55 JFB find?
L55 JFB passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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