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MG MGF

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

LB51 MGFMOT history

LB51 MGF is a silver petrol MG MGF first used on 22 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2024
Mileage
91,818 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 MGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 MGF was last recorded at 91,818 miles on 3 Oct 2023, 2,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,489 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,329 miles
Average per year
2,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,818 miles
  • 2022 – 89,489 miles
  • 2019 – 89,485 miles
  • 2018 – 88,936 miles
  • 2017 – 88,365 miles
  • 2016 – 87,917 miles
  • 2014 – 86,587 miles
  • 2013 – 84,068 miles
  • 2012 – 80,575 miles
  • 2011 – 79,225 miles
  • 2010 – 78,239 miles
  • 2009 – 73,238 miles
  • 2008 – 66,995 miles
  • 2007 – 59,994 miles
  • 2006 – 41,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,818 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Park brake only just met minimum 16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,818 miles (+2,329)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,818 miles
    Test number
    277904313767
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass89,489 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,489 miles
    Test number
    192148712755
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail89,489 miles (+4)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,489 miles
    Test number
    407923052147
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub stabiliser adjustable suspension bar - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail89,485 miles (+549)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,485 miles
    Test number
    702467149909
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (camber arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, heavily lipped and defacing. (strong advise) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and defacing. (strong advise) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake servo and master cylinder corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and has slight leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  5. Pass88,936 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,936 miles
    Test number
    675061617113
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyre advance perishing on walls

  6. Pass88,365 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,365 miles
    Test number
    855434158713
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just met minimum 16

  7. Fail88,360 miles (+443)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,360 miles
    Test number
    463311246903
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just met minimum 16

  8. Pass87,917 miles (+1,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,917 miles
    Test number
    601163290310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to front and rear subframes
    • AdvisoryNear and offside headlamp beam patterns starting to fade

  9. Pass86,587 miles (+2,519)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    86,587 miles
    Test number
    787323354356
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass84,068 miles (+3,493)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    84,068 miles
    Test number
    546505043396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise slight oil weeps

  11. Fail80,575 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,575 miles
    Test number
    808046652328
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass80,575 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    80,575 miles
    Test number
    809026652307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,444 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,444 miles
    Test number
    296449912282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    846330021331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,220 miles (+981)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,220 miles
    Test number
    639550521345
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass78,239 miles (+48)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,239 miles
    Test number
    473921840327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail78,191 miles (+4,953)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,191 miles
    Test number
    623998020335
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass73,238 miles (+6,243)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,238 miles
    Test number
    474169949467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside mirror is damaged needs some attention still serviceable

  19. Pass66,995 miles (+7,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,995 miles
    Test number
    250420838349
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,994 miles
    Test number
    220931247349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,994 miles (+18,201)2 dangerous7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,994 miles
    Test number
    252901247309
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass41,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    41,793 miles
    Test number
    541588136311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,793 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,793 miles
    Test number
    990305136309
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Questions about LB51 MGF

Does LB51 MGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 MGF expired on 2 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 MGF?
The MOT on LB51 MGF expired on 2 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 MGF done?
LB51 MGF was recorded at 91,818 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2023, an average of 2,971 miles a year.
Has LB51 MGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 MGF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 MGF 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 LB51 MGF find?
LB51 MGF passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, and 2 more.

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