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MG TF

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LX52 FAAMOT history

LX52 FAA is a blue petrol MG TF first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
70,761 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 FAA
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
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 FAA was last recorded at 70,761 miles on 1 May 2026, 359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,402 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
359 miles
Average per year
2,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,761 miles
  • 2025 – 70,402 miles
  • 2024 – 69,939 miles
  • 2023 – 69,730 miles
  • 2022 – 68,053 miles
  • 2020 – 66,580 miles
  • 2019 – 64,314 miles
  • 2018 – 61,711 miles
  • 2017 – 58,459 miles
  • 2016 – 54,683 miles
  • 2015 – 52,492 miles
  • 2014 – 50,033 miles
  • 2013 – 48,045 miles
  • 2012 – 44,538 miles
  • 2011 – 40,596 miles
  • 2010 – 35,161 miles
  • 2009 – 30,758 miles
  • 2008 – 26,571 miles
  • 2007 – 23,560 miles
  • 2006 – 18,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,761 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Clutch pipe corroded (front to rear pipe)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,761 miles (+359)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    939412046336
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded

  2. Pass70,402 miles (+463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,402 miles
    Test number
    645848533433
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass69,939 miles (+209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    263914548279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs corroded running surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has substantial surface corrosion

  4. Pass69,730 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    922791387017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded (front to rear pipe)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (either ends) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (either ends) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch near sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail69,730 miles (+1,677)3 dangerous1 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,730 miles
    Test number
    131160501303
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch near sill (hole) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pipe corroded (front to rear pipe)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (either ends) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (either ends) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch near sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,053 miles (+1,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,053 miles
    Test number
    480127379081
    • AdvisoryUnderbody steering and suspension components heavy corrosion

  7. Pass66,580 miles (+2,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,580 miles
    Test number
    241131154253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension / steering components corroded

  8. Pass64,314 miles (+2,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    492300693965
    • AdvisoryUnderbody suspension components corroded

  9. Pass61,711 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,711 miles
    Test number
    278783612385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail61,711 miles (+3,252)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,711 miles
    Test number
    836198642799
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced At rear subframe mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At rear subframe mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass58,459 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,459 miles
    Test number
    692547365427
    • AdvisorySub-frame attachment slightly corroded rear subframe rear mounting areas to boot floor have signs of corrosion (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail58,405 miles (+3,722)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,405 miles
    Test number
    660183968117
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust main silencer heavily corroded (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency low near minimum limits

  13. Pass54,683 miles (+2,191)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    256096853996
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox corroded limited life
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit recommend all tyres to be renewed (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass52,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,492 miles
    Test number
    238862425213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,492 miles (+2,459)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,492 miles
    Test number
    278192725261
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMain coolant rail corroded to excess

  16. Pass50,033 miles (+1,988)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,033 miles
    Test number
    527108434211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust tailbox limited life (corroded)

  17. Pass48,045 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,045 miles
    Test number
    616437223231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,538 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,538 miles
    Test number
    418844532214
    • NoteExhaust tail box corrored limited life

  19. Fail44,538 miles (+3,942)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,538 miles
    Test number
    466313332234
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust tail box corrored limited life

  20. Pass40,596 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,596 miles
    Test number
    537759421232
    • NoteN/s/r tyre in inner edge has slight cracks

  21. Fail40,596 miles (+5,435)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,596 miles
    Test number
    565219721291
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre in inner edge has slight cracks

  22. Pass35,161 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,161 miles
    Test number
    483502130215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,758 miles
    Test number
    623937129248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,758 miles (+4,187)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,758 miles
    Test number
    864405829219
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)

  25. Pass26,571 miles (+3,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,571 miles
    Test number
    133151938222
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass23,560 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,560 miles
    Test number
    874403537294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,972 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,972 miles
    Test number
    660808926274
    • NotePARKING BRAKE EFFORT BECOMING LOW,18%, LIMIT 16%

Questions about LX52 FAA

Does LX52 FAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 FAA is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 FAA?
The MOT on LX52 FAA is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 FAA done?
LX52 FAA was recorded at 70,761 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 2,628 miles a year.
Has LX52 FAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 FAA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 FAA 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 LX52 FAA find?
LX52 FAA passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses poor; underbody and components corroded.

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