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Green · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

L8 KEAMOT history

L8 KEA is a green petrol MG TF first used on 28 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 36,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
36,805 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 KEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 KEA was last recorded at 36,805 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,787 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
1,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,805 miles
  • 2024 – 36,628 miles
  • 2023 – 35,933 miles
  • 2021 – 35,700 miles
  • 2020 – 35,240 miles
  • 2019 – 33,035 miles
  • 2018 – 31,634 miles
  • 2017 – 28,913 miles
  • 2016 – 26,427 miles
  • 2015 – 23,945 miles
  • 2014 – 21,920 miles
  • 2013 – 19,209 miles
  • 2012 – 15,417 miles
  • 2011 – 13,760 miles
  • 2010 – 9,753 miles
  • 2009 – 6,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,805 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished between treads and sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and glazed lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,805 miles (+18)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    330054747344
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished between treads and sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and glazed lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail36,787 miles (+159)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,787 miles
    Test number
    362339100292
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished between treads and sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and glazed lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass36,628 miles (+695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    36,628 miles
    Test number
    362484796168
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass35,933 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    35,933 miles
    Test number
    622264825722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass35,700 miles (+460)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    180112962521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass35,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    35,240 miles
    Test number
    148724502939
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail35,240 miles (+2,205)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,240 miles
    Test number
    419338679075
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass33,035 miles (+1,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    33,035 miles
    Test number
    753276757168
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass31,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    151954271979
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail31,634 miles (+2,721)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,634 miles
    Test number
    109355055218
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass28,913 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,913 miles
    Test number
    205413189256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    156461989445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,427 miles (+2,482)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    272257817948
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass23,945 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,945 miles
    Test number
    758603175107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    21,920 miles
    Test number
    236433584183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,920 miles (+2,711)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,920 miles
    Test number
    786572584110
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  17. Pass19,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,209 miles
    Test number
    387542783162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,209 miles (+3,792)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,209 miles
    Test number
    806378763109
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass15,417 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,417 miles
    Test number
    956901182195
    • 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)
    • NoteNsr tyre is on the legal limit

  20. Fail15,417 miles (+1,657)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,417 miles
    Test number
    135201382197
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • NoteNsr tyre is on the legal limit

  21. Pass13,760 miles (+4,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,760 miles
    Test number
    755147051124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass9,753 miles (+2,893)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,753 miles
    Test number
    243190960460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNo battery clamp

  23. Pass6,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    6,860 miles
    Test number
    290544559098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 KEA

Does L8 KEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 KEA is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 KEA?
The MOT on L8 KEA is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 KEA done?
L8 KEA was recorded at 36,805 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 1,723 miles a year.
Has L8 KEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 KEA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 KEA 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 L8 KEA find?
L8 KEA passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished between treads and sidewall, and 5 more.

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