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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P73 APRMOT history

P73 APR is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 24 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2024
Mileage
112,365 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P73 APR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P73 APR was last recorded at 112,365 miles on 9 Aug 2023, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,346 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
3,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,365 miles
  • 2022 – 108,508 miles
  • 2021 – 104,528 miles
  • 2020 – 98,198 miles
  • 2019 – 93,004 miles
  • 2018 – 86,643 miles
  • 2017 – 81,135 miles
  • 2016 – 76,388 miles
  • 2015 – 70,651 miles
  • 2014 – 62,360 miles
  • 2013 – 62,359 miles
  • 2012 – 62,061 miles
  • 2011 – 61,792 miles
  • 2010 – 60,345 miles
  • 2009 – 59,486 miles
  • 2008 – 58,175 miles
  • 2007 – 55,966 miles
  • 2006 – 52,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,365 miles

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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,365 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    112,365 miles
    Test number
    799873256460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,346 miles (+3,838)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    187775956289
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad broken away from metal backlng plate (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,508 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    108,508 miles
    Test number
    690680947483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail108,478 miles (+3,950)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,478 miles
    Test number
    957412709712
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,528 miles (+6,330)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,528 miles
    Test number
    262218489745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,198 miles (+5,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,198 miles
    Test number
    924077534100
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake reading low
    • AdvisoryTravel on parking brake lever

  7. Pass93,004 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,004 miles
    Test number
    402376236593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,995 miles (+6,352)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,995 miles
    Test number
    815730208095
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass86,643 miles (+5,508)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,643 miles
    Test number
    787186816666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,135 miles (+4,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,135 miles
    Test number
    289958744390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass76,388 miles (+5,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,388 miles
    Test number
    127065609189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass70,651 miles (+8,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,651 miles
    Test number
    799068205220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass62,360 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,360 miles
    Test number
    848971824227
    • NoteBrakes are rusty because car has been stood

  14. Pass62,359 miles (+298)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,359 miles
    Test number
    186391573186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  15. Pass62,061 miles (+269)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,061 miles
    Test number
    116847642159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,792 miles (+1,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,792 miles
    Test number
    336096701177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass60,345 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,345 miles
    Test number
    220476870044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    854138999095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,486 miles (+1,311)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    451791299056
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass58,175 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    58,175 miles
    Test number
    170818158487
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail58,175 miles (+2,209)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,175 miles
    Test number
    762071158001
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass55,966 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    55,966 miles
    Test number
    242986807198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,949 miles (+3,493)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,949 miles
    Test number
    514448987046
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass52,456 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,456 miles
    Test number
    271841886098
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteParking brake should work better

Questions about P73 APR

Does P73 APR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P73 APR expired on 8 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P73 APR?
The MOT on P73 APR expired on 8 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P73 APR done?
P73 APR was recorded at 112,365 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2023, an average of 3,446 miles a year.
Has P73 APR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P73 APR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on P73 APR 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 P73 APR find?
P73 APR passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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