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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

L5 MGXMOT history

L5 MGX is a grey petrol MG TF first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
96,779 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MGX was last recorded at 96,779 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 2,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,116 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,663 miles
Average per year
4,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,779 miles
  • 2025 – 94,116 miles
  • 2024 – 92,042 miles
  • 2023 – 89,505 miles
  • 2022 – 86,944 miles
  • 2021 – 84,403 miles
  • 2020 – 82,403 miles
  • 2019 – 79,209 miles
  • 2018 – 76,225 miles
  • 2017 – 72,977 miles
  • 2016 – 66,202 miles
  • 2015 – 59,524 miles
  • 2013 – 58,906 miles
  • 2012 – 58,018 miles
  • 2011 – 57,492 miles
  • 2010 – 47,934 miles
  • 2009 – 44,675 miles
  • 2008 – 40,406 miles
  • 2007 – 30,605 miles
  • 2006 – 15,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,779 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.

  • Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,779 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    96,779 miles
    Test number
    165798911212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,116 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,116 miles
    Test number
    792602348696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,042 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,042 miles
    Test number
    744407146588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,505 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,505 miles
    Test number
    734660629472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,944 miles (+2,541)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,944 miles
    Test number
    632877459935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,403 miles
    Test number
    413643637113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,403 miles (+2,000)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,403 miles
    Test number
    281896427265
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass82,403 miles (+3,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,403 miles
    Test number
    901389903998
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass79,209 miles (+2,984)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,209 miles
    Test number
    133587848953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,225 miles
    Test number
    285426821615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,224 miles (+3,247)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,224 miles
    Test number
    184468488184
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass72,977 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    193832535382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail72,977 miles (+6,775)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,977 miles
    Test number
    878153551953
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass66,202 miles (+6,678)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,202 miles
    Test number
    352136876515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,524 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    726746025009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,906 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,906 miles
    Test number
    616542253293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,018 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    656941782198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,492 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,492 miles
    Test number
    436788381181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,289 miles (+8,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    56,289 miles
    Test number
    287066831047
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,934 miles (+3,259)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,934 miles
    Test number
    280041520044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,675 miles (+4,269)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,675 miles
    Test number
    323671829005
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass40,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    40,406 miles
    Test number
    211958628071
    • NoteBrake discs wearing,wear in ns steering knuckle joint....

  23. Fail40,406 miles (+9,801)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,406 miles
    Test number
    842328328071
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • NoteBrake discs wearing,wear in ns steering knuckle joint....

  24. Pass30,605 miles (+15,349)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,605 miles
    Test number
    753219417027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,256 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    15,256 miles
    Test number
    642660336057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,120 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,120 miles
    Test number
    363166516094
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about L5 MGX

Does L5 MGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MGX is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MGX?
The MOT on L5 MGX is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MGX done?
L5 MGX was recorded at 96,779 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,084 miles a year.
Has L5 MGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MGX has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L5 MGX 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 L5 MGX find?
L5 MGX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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