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MG TF

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

M88 GWNMOT history

M88 GWN is a blue petrol MG TF first used on 26 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 66,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
66,865 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M88 GWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M88 GWN was last recorded at 66,865 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2009: 43,908 miles, lower than 75,163 miles on 16 Jun 2008.
  • 4 Jul 2015: 53,358 miles, lower than 54,241 miles on 27 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
65,839 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,026 miles
Average per year
2,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,865 miles
  • 2025 – 65,839 miles
  • 2024 – 65,013 miles
  • 2023 – 64,977 miles
  • 2022 – 64,186 miles
  • 2021 – 63,360 miles
  • 2020 – 61,609 miles
  • 2019 – 60,333 miles
  • 2018 – 58,787 miles
  • 2017 – 56,287 miles
  • 2016 – 56,053 miles
  • 2015 – 53,378 miles
  • 2014 – 54,241 miles
  • 2013 – 50,430 miles
  • 2012 – 48,942 miles
  • 2011 – 46,310 miles
  • 2010 – 45,908 miles
  • 2009 – 43,971 miles
  • 2008 – 75,163 miles
  • 2007 – 32,073 miles
  • 2006 – 24,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,865 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

35 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    66,865 miles
    Test number
    869952086243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,865 miles (+1,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,865 miles
    Test number
    938885229943
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass65,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    349197769993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,839 miles (+826)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    163719691359
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass65,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,013 miles
    Test number
    490612762063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,013 miles (+36)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,013 miles
    Test number
    797178278608
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail64,977 miles (+791)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,977 miles
    Test number
    640028138239
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,186 miles
    Test number
    249222339657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,186 miles (+826)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,186 miles
    Test number
    333462912799
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass63,360 miles (+1,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,360 miles
    Test number
    440343740917
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,609 miles
    Test number
    853350314730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,609 miles (+1,276)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,609 miles
    Test number
    827066842997
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Pass60,333 miles (+1,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    454888615708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion

  14. Pass58,787 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,787 miles
    Test number
    421334238596
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust studs missing from down pipe

  15. Fail58,787 miles (+2,500)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,787 miles
    Test number
    168935438588
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust studs missing from down pipe

  16. Pass56,287 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,287 miles
    Test number
    479235645203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,053 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,053 miles
    Test number
    138142777213
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail56,047 miles (+2,669)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,047 miles
    Test number
    533283234931
    • FailureBraking system leaking front to rear brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass53,378 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,378 miles
    Test number
    339009795119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,358 miles (-883)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,358 miles
    Test number
    808665185131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass54,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,241 miles
    Test number
    928476884064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,241 miles (+3,811)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,241 miles
    Test number
    495905284000
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass50,430 miles (+1,488)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,430 miles
    Test number
    957868473012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  24. Pass48,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,942 miles
    Test number
    517499672059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,941 miles (+2,631)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    198019872472
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  26. Pass46,310 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    975560061027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,908 miles (+1,937)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,908 miles
    Test number
    314109410160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass43,971 miles (+63)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,971 miles
    Test number
    731286799024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCoolant pipes corroded

  29. Fail43,908 miles (-31,255)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,908 miles
    Test number
    401694189099
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCoolant pipes corroded

  30. Pass75,163 miles (+38,002)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,163 miles
    Test number
    792438368149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail37,161 miles (+1,278)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,161 miles
    Test number
    913675568192
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass35,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,883 miles
    Test number
    600748978061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail35,883 miles (+3,810)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,883 miles
    Test number
    644038278053
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  34. Pass32,073 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,073 miles
    Test number
    462346687039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass24,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    382729476019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M88 GWN

Does M88 GWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M88 GWN is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M88 GWN?
The MOT on M88 GWN is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M88 GWN done?
M88 GWN was recorded at 66,865 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,100 miles a year.
Has M88 GWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M88 GWN has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on M88 GWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 25 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M88 GWN find?
M88 GWN passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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