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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LX02 RCYMOT history

LX02 RCY is a blue petrol MG TF first used on 7 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2023
Mileage
79,015 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 RCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX02 RCY was last recorded at 79,015 miles on 19 Jun 2023, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,838 miles · 17 May 2022
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
2,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 79,015 miles
  • 2022 – 78,838 miles
  • 2021 – 78,338 miles
  • 2020 – 77,855 miles
  • 2019 – 77,541 miles
  • 2017 – 76,356 miles
  • 2016 – 72,366 miles
  • 2015 – 68,396 miles
  • 2014 – 67,284 miles
  • 2013 – 66,238 miles
  • 2011 – 53,456 miles
  • 2010 – 48,288 miles
  • 2009 – 40,197 miles
  • 2008 – 35,248 miles
  • 2007 – 32,134 miles
  • 2006 – 27,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail79,015 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded,holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened top and bottom part holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded,holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front, and both rear. (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Reverse lights not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail79,015 miles (+177)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,015 miles
    Test number
    436225067502
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded,holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened top and bottom part holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded,holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front, and both rear. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Pass78,838 miles (+500)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    78,838 miles
    Test number
    373983732177
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured NSF, NSR, OSR slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both front tie rod inner has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front plate cracked by fixing point (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front shock corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front to rear inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front to rear inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion included suspension parts

  3. Pass78,338 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,338 miles
    Test number
    527880848820
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipes are slightly loose

  4. Pass77,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    711434270498
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  5. Fail77,855 miles (+314)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    564367100321
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  6. Pass77,541 miles (+1,185)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,541 miles
    Test number
    451251646367
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Front Brake Discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Pin. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Pin - Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Pin. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight seepage around Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,356 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    637580858576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,306 miles (+3,940)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,306 miles
    Test number
    715541794779
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush front outer bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer wall damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper ball joint worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside twin washer not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner wall perished and split

  9. Pass72,366 miles (+3,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,366 miles
    Test number
    114479077907
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass68,396 miles (+1,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,396 miles
    Test number
    688657015132
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass67,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,284 miles
    Test number
    128269284127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,284 miles (+1,046)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,284 miles
    Test number
    928389284197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass66,238 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,238 miles
    Test number
    446777383137
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight cracking

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    205684292170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    595857382112
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass53,456 miles (+5,168)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    576336661135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has a cut in tread no cords visable

  17. Pass48,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,288 miles
    Test number
    694336160130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,288 miles (+8,091)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,288 miles
    Test number
    233172760113
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass40,197 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    243706709109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,248 miles (+3,114)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,248 miles
    Test number
    322052478058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,134 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,134 miles
    Test number
    743100707159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,648 miles
    Test number
    892288466061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 RCY

Does LX02 RCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 RCY expired on 9 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 RCY?
The MOT on LX02 RCY expired on 9 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 RCY done?
LX02 RCY was recorded at 79,015 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2023, an average of 2,973 miles a year.
Has LX02 RCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 RCY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LX02 RCY 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 LX02 RCY find?
LX02 RCY failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2023 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded,holed; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded,holed, and 5 more.

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