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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

L55 STFMOT history

L55 STF is a red petrol MG TF first used on 15 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2025
Mileage
72,604 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 STF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 STF was last recorded at 72,604 miles on 11 Jul 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2006: 4,011 miles, lower than 44,009 miles on 20 Nov 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,600 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,604 miles
  • 2021 – 71,687 miles
  • 2019 – 68,297 miles
  • 2017 – 66,901 miles
  • 2016 – 63,447 miles
  • 2014 – 63,382 miles
  • 2013 – 63,314 miles
  • 2012 – 63,292 miles
  • 2011 – 63,189 miles
  • 2010 – 62,644 miles
  • 2009 – 61,536 miles
  • 2008 – 61,217 miles
  • 2007 – 56,343 miles
  • 2006 – 4,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,604 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,604 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,604 miles
    Test number
    405218135582
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail72,600 miles (+913)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,600 miles
    Test number
    916374754628
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass71,687 miles (+3,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,687 miles
    Test number
    426856947469
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens slightly fogged

  4. Pass68,297 miles (+1,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,297 miles
    Test number
    206608327325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass66,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    148829740430
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail66,901 miles (+3,454)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    865919861650
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass63,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    123696365164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail63,447 miles (+65)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    531199251345
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass63,382 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,382 miles
    Test number
    538275294188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,314 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,314 miles
    Test number
    358124703210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,292 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,292 miles
    Test number
    379130892028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,189 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,189 miles
    Test number
    238388881047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,644 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,644 miles
    Test number
    400148070051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,536 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,536 miles
    Test number
    341025169041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,535 miles (+318)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,535 miles
    Test number
    671278159024
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass61,217 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,217 miles
    Test number
    853248648330
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail61,201 miles (+4,858)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,201 miles
    Test number
    910597148358
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass56,343 miles (+52,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,343 miles
    Test number
    244167747398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass4,011 miles (-39,998)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    4,011 miles
    Test number
    741255426365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,009 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,009 miles
    Test number
    903914526375
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Questions about L55 STF

Does L55 STF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 STF expired on 10 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 STF?
The MOT on L55 STF expired on 10 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 STF done?
L55 STF was recorded at 72,604 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2024, an average of 1,621 miles a year.
Has L55 STF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 STF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 STF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L55 STF find?
L55 STF passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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