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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LU03 BEVMOT history

LU03 BEV is a grey petrol MG TF first used on 12 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
94,608 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 BEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 BEV was last recorded at 94,608 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,601 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 94,608 miles
  • 2020 – 88,242 miles
  • 2019 – 86,856 miles
  • 2018 – 82,458 miles
  • 2017 – 79,995 miles
  • 2016 – 77,423 miles
  • 2015 – 75,258 miles
  • 2014 – 73,511 miles
  • 2013 – 68,664 miles
  • 2012 – 61,904 miles
  • 2011 – 52,364 miles
  • 2009 – 46,241 miles
  • 2008 – 41,293 miles
  • 2007 – 33,843 miles
  • 2006 – 25,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,608 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle broken but door can still be opened properly.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear upper n/s and o/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,608 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,608 miles
    Test number
    121592192859
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle broken but door can still be opened properly.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear upper n/s and o/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,601 miles (+6,359)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,601 miles
    Test number
    931595972929
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears. (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened front lower n/s and o/s. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door handle broken but door can still be opened properly.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear upper n/s and o/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,242 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,242 miles
    Test number
    532500758764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,237 miles (+1,381)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,237 miles
    Test number
    336242091491
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass86,856 miles (+2,072)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,856 miles
    Test number
    978914836298
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Worn Inner Treads
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rear Silencer Metal Strap Broken and Vibrating/Noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Offside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both Front Upper Balljoints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Forward Tracking Rods Outer Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Upper Suspension Arms Inner Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Main Underfloor Coolant Pipes Corroded

  6. Pass84,784 miles (+2,326)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,784 miles
    Test number
    559966648840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  7. Pass82,458 miles (+2,463)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,458 miles
    Test number
    667914921140
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from front to rear pipe
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  8. Pass79,995 miles (+2,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,995 miles
    Test number
    342631501159
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass77,423 miles (+2,165)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,423 miles
    Test number
    977491353220
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on inner treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are wearing on inner treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracking in treads
    • AdvisoryEngine oil filter leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a cut in the tread across the width of the tyre

  10. Pass75,258 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    458107725063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,511 miles
    Test number
    997074014096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,511 miles (+4,847)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,511 miles
    Test number
    566564614050
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass68,664 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,664 miles
    Test number
    689674003005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,904 miles
    Test number
    926895202012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail61,903 miles (+9,539)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,903 miles
    Test number
    159475702064
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,364 miles (+6,123)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,364 miles
    Test number
    378206501080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,241 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,241 miles
    Test number
    470829279282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,293 miles
    Test number
    604730768232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,293 miles (+7,450)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,293 miles
    Test number
    351565358203
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  20. Pass33,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,843 miles
    Test number
    103682837068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,843 miles (+8,288)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,843 miles
    Test number
    130732537049
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  22. Pass25,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,555 miles
    Test number
    143437936457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 BEV

Does LU03 BEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU03 BEV expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU03 BEV?
The MOT on LU03 BEV expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU03 BEV done?
LU03 BEV was recorded at 94,608 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 4,386 miles a year.
Has LU03 BEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 BEV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LU03 BEV 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 LU03 BEV find?
LU03 BEV passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: offside front door handle broken but door can still be opened properly.; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play both rear upper n/s and o/s..

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