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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB03 XAVMOT history

LB03 XAV is a blue petrol MG TF first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 47,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2026
Mileage
47,834 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 XAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 XAV was last recorded at 47,834 miles on 15 Apr 2025, 2,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,827 miles · 31 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2,007 miles
Average per year
2,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,834 miles
  • 2023 – 45,827 miles
  • 2022 – 43,186 miles
  • 2021 – 41,197 miles
  • 2020 – 39,930 miles
  • 2019 – 38,443 miles
  • 2018 – 35,545 miles
  • 2017 – 33,461 miles
  • 2016 – 31,660 miles
  • 2015 – 31,523 miles
  • 2014 – 30,453 miles
  • 2013 – 29,036 miles
  • 2012 – 27,181 miles
  • 2011 – 25,082 miles
  • 2010 – 22,153 miles
  • 2009 – 19,083 miles
  • 2008 – 16,764 miles
  • 2007 – 13,741 miles
  • 2006 – 9,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,834 miles
  • AdvisoryBody covered in under seal
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Corrosion to front and rear of vehicle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,834 miles (+2,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,834 miles
    Test number
    663684287426
    • AdvisoryBody covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass45,827 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    403813133158
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All 4 shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail45,827 miles (+2,641)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    555821265397
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All 4 shock absorber casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass43,186 miles (+1,989)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    43,186 miles
    Test number
    801525085899
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass41,197 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    41,197 miles
    Test number
    208394686644
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underbody corrosion present (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail41,197 miles (+1,267)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,197 miles
    Test number
    508147024715
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end lock nut lose (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end lock nut lose (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underbody corrosion present (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass39,930 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    39,930 miles
    Test number
    830360683418
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail39,928 miles (+1,485)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,928 miles
    Test number
    598418285886
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass38,443 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    38,443 miles
    Test number
    377769677096
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail38,442 miles (+2,897)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,442 miles
    Test number
    429036317715
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass35,545 miles (+2,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,545 miles
    Test number
    177211408524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass33,461 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    33,461 miles
    Test number
    475265582352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,660 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,660 miles
    Test number
    700637985184
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail31,659 miles (+136)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,659 miles
    Test number
    653145756503
    • FailureBrake servo leaking vacuum leak (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass31,523 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,523 miles
    Test number
    193683264886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,453 miles (+1,417)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,453 miles
    Test number
    336003534272
    • 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)
    • NoteUnderbody corroding.

  17. Pass29,036 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,036 miles
    Test number
    339188723200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,181 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    448407932227
    • NoteNail in near side rear tyre

  19. Fail27,181 miles (+2,099)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,181 miles
    Test number
    855606832292
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNail in near side rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  20. Pass25,082 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,082 miles
    Test number
    979768431242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,153 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    22,153 miles
    Test number
    612729830213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn.

  22. Fail22,153 miles (+3,070)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,153 miles
    Test number
    373699630211
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn.

  23. Pass19,083 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,083 miles
    Test number
    814147799198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,764 miles (+3,023)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,764 miles
    Test number
    653069998199
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight wear on front brake discs
    • NoteSlight wear on rear brake discs

  25. Pass13,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    13,741 miles
    Test number
    560930707234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail13,741 miles (+4,004)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,741 miles
    Test number
    181840807281
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass9,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,737 miles
    Test number
    280331796454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 XAV

Does LB03 XAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 XAV expired on 14 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 XAV?
The MOT on LB03 XAV expired on 14 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 XAV done?
LB03 XAV was recorded at 47,834 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2025, an average of 2,030 miles a year.
Has LB03 XAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 XAV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 XAV 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 LB03 XAV find?
LB03 XAV passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: body covered in under seal; nearside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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