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Black · Petrol · 1956 · 1,500 cc

PFO 501MOT history

PFO 501 is a black petrol MG first used on 1 May 1956. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025 and it has passed 7 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2025
Mileage
80,824 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
15
7 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PFO 501
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1956
First used
1 May 1956
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

PFO 501 was last recorded at 80,824 miles on 21 May 2026, 4,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,949 miles · 14 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
4,875 miles
Average per year
1,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,824 miles
  • 2024 – 75,949 miles
  • 2018 – 70,627 miles
  • 2012 – 59,012 miles
  • 2011 – 57,982 miles
  • 2010 – 57,301 miles
  • 2009 – 57,172 miles
  • 2007 – 56,946 miles
  • 2006 – 56,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,824 miles
  • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) Steering rack mount bush excess movement (2.3 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,824 miles (+4,875)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,824 miles
    Test number
    693960645239
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) Steering rack mount bush excess movement (2.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass75,949 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,949 miles
    Test number
    548504029605
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail75,949 miles (+5,322)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,949 miles
    Test number
    297976030182
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail70,627 miles (+11,615)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,627 miles
    Test number
    729893826293
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousFront Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass59,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    769290472176
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail59,012 miles (+1,030)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,012 miles
    Test number
    275797162479
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass57,982 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,982 miles
    Test number
    999619831106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Fail57,971 miles (+670)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,971 miles
    Test number
    535714431100
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass57,301 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    57,301 miles
    Test number
    281389330113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,172 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,172 miles
    Test number
    860162699009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear inner wheelarch corroded NOT in prescribed area.
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail starting to corrode.

  11. Fail57,172 miles (+226)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,172 miles
    Test number
    110621199044
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear inner wheelarch corroded NOT in prescribed area.
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail starting to corrode.

  12. Pass56,946 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,946 miles
    Test number
    923093777180
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise as test 261442077443.

  13. Fail56,946 miles (+70)3 dangerous6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,946 miles
    Test number
    261442077443
    • DangerousBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear inner wheel arch/chassis corroded. NOT in prescribed area.

  14. Pass56,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    241088386178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,876 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    681679976119
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteAll tyres aged underside has been repaired and undersealed

Questions about PFO 501

What vehicle is registration PFO 501 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PFO 501 on a black petrol MG first used on 1 May 1956. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PFO 501 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on PFO 501 expired on 13 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on PFO 501?
The MOT on PFO 501 expired on 13 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has PFO 501 done?
PFO 501 was recorded at 80,824 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 1,204 miles a year.
Has PFO 501 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PFO 501 has failed 8 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on PFO 501 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 PFO 501 find?
PFO 501 failed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 dangerous defects: front brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50%; steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) steering rack mount bush excess movement.

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