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MG MGF

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P641 PLMMOT history

P641 PLM is a purple petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2022
Mileage
121,697 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P641 PLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P641 PLM was last recorded at 121,697 miles on 10 Mar 2022, 194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,503 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
194 miles
Average per year
4,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,697 miles
  • 2021 – 121,503 miles
  • 2019 – 121,491 miles
  • 2017 – 115,379 miles
  • 2016 – 108,770 miles
  • 2015 – 94,333 miles
  • 2014 – 90,061 miles
  • 2013 – 86,194 miles
  • 2012 – 81,472 miles
  • 2011 – 76,164 miles
  • 2010 – 73,292 miles
  • 2009 – 69,305 miles
  • 2008 – 66,534 miles
  • 2007 – 62,531 miles
  • 2006 – 55,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,697 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function resting on bump stop (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,697 miles (+194)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,697 miles
    Test number
    390467045138
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function resting on bump stop (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,503 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,503 miles
    Test number
    231544889639
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,502 miles (+11)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,502 miles
    Test number
    296460360501
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe broken (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery light on

  4. Fail121,491 miles (+1)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,491 miles
    Test number
    378282668002
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail121,490 miles (+6,111)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,490 miles
    Test number
    621234164999
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall 185 55 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear to T piece at bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass115,379 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,379 miles
    Test number
    881228890776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail115,375 miles (+6,605)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,375 miles
    Test number
    548859905845
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass108,770 miles (+672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,770 miles
    Test number
    974145748319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail108,098 miles (+13,765)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,098 miles
    Test number
    441165105654
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass94,333 miles (+4,272)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,333 miles
    Test number
    946426435142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass90,061 miles (+3,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,061 miles
    Test number
    708130054183
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass86,194 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    268780353196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,193 miles (+4,721)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,193 miles
    Test number
    297504643130
    • FailureFluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureSuspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

  14. Pass81,472 miles (+5,308)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,472 miles
    Test number
    549267442191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBonnet cable faulty opened for test

  15. Pass76,164 miles (+2,872)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,164 miles
    Test number
    847436141192
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCovers fitted to vehicle.
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped.
    • NoteNoises from auxiliary drive belts underload.
    • NoteVarious underbody surface corrosion.

  16. Pass73,292 miles (+3,987)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,292 miles
    Test number
    204037540182
    • DangerousTyres wearing on edges front
    • NoteRear pads look low inside

  17. Pass69,305 miles (+2,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,305 miles
    Test number
    352589319135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass66,534 miles (+4,003)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,534 miles
    Test number
    591289348182
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear top hub ball joint

  19. Pass62,531 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,531 miles
    Test number
    960610507150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,478 miles (+6,685)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,478 miles
    Test number
    313325997035
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass55,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,793 miles
    Test number
    493960006131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,793 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,793 miles
    Test number
    874080806159
    • FailureWindscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Questions about P641 PLM

Does P641 PLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P641 PLM expired on 4 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P641 PLM?
The MOT on P641 PLM expired on 4 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P641 PLM done?
P641 PLM was recorded at 121,697 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2022, an average of 4,141 miles a year.
Has P641 PLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P641 PLM has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on P641 PLM 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 P641 PLM find?
P641 PLM failed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 4 advisories: offside rear suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; horn not working, and 14 more.

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