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MG MGF 1.8I VV

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

L77 DWBMOT history

L77 DWB is a green petrol MG MGF 1.8I VV first used on 6 Jul 1996. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2022 and it has passed 5 of 13 MOT tests, with 59,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2022
Mileage
59,858 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2022
MOT tests
13
5 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 DWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF 1.8I VV
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
6 Jul 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L77 DWB was last recorded at 59,858 miles on 15 Aug 2022, 218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Mar 2021: 58,893 miles, lower than 101,015 miles on 8 Jul 2019.

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
59,640 miles · 28 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 59,858 miles
  • 2021 – 58,939 miles
  • 2019 – 101,015 miles
  • 2008 – 95,396 miles
  • 2007 – 85,359 miles
  • 2006 – 79,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail59,858 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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 Suspension unit leaking

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Emissions not tested

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen wiper not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail59,858 miles (+218)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,858 miles
    Test number
    322928750664
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  2. Fail59,640 miles (+8)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,640 miles
    Test number
    851705124117
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Fail59,632 miles (+693)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,632 miles
    Test number
    981810931185
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  4. Pass58,939 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    58,939 miles
    Test number
    152749572912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,932 miles (+39)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,932 miles
    Test number
    101703171168
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail58,893 miles (-42,122)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,893 miles
    Test number
    339295627334
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to back pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass101,015 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,015 miles
    Test number
    209795377502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,002 miles (+5,606)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,002 miles
    Test number
    864664408950
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass95,396 miles (+10,037)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,396 miles
    Test number
    173724418232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,359 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    85,359 miles
    Test number
    920800497146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,358 miles (+5,378)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,358 miles
    Test number
    213014287170
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
  12. Pass79,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    79,980 miles
    Test number
    841927486168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,980 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,980 miles
    Test number
    872526986180
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L77 DWB

Does L77 DWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L77 DWB expired on 14 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L77 DWB?
The MOT on L77 DWB expired on 14 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L77 DWB done?
L77 DWB was recorded at 59,858 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2022.
Has L77 DWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 DWB has failed 8 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L77 DWB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L77 DWB find?
L77 DWB failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2022 with 3 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits.

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