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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

L7 WHBMOT history

L7 WHB is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 2 of 4 MOT tests, with 97,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,128 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
4
2 passed · 2 failed
Per year
28 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 WHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
9 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 WHB was last recorded at 97,128 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,125 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
28 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,128 miles
  • 2007 – 96,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,128 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to brear at front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

4 tests since 10 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,128 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,128 miles
    Test number
    175006659562
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to brear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail97,125 miles (+526)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,125 miles
    Test number
    548347816635
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 81% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe likely to become detached or damaged front to rear brake pipe insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect & offside front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to brear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,599 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    96,599 miles
    Test number
    550275457259
    • NoteClutch metal pipe corroded
    • NoteFront + rear suspension units starting to deterioate
    • NoteOil filter corroded
    • NotePark brake margional pass
    • NoteRear brake imbalance nearside low
    • NoteSignes off coolant leak at front to rear metal pipe

  4. Fail96,599 miles3 dangerous2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,599 miles
    Test number
    613163357258
    • DangerousFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteClutch hydrolic pipe heavy corrosion no leaks
    • NoteFront brakes rise +fall on effort
    • NoteOil filter corroded
    • NoteRear imbalance on brakes nearside low
    • NoteSigns off coolant leak at front to rear metal pipe

Questions about L7 WHB

Does L7 WHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 WHB is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 WHB?
The MOT on L7 WHB is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 WHB done?
L7 WHB was recorded at 97,128 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 28 miles a year.
Has L7 WHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 WHB has failed 2 of its 4 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 WHB 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 L7 WHB find?
L7 WHB passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to brear at front; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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