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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R202 BLCMOT history

R202 BLC is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 10 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,690 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R202 BLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R202 BLC was last recorded at 106,690 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,638 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
2,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,690 miles
  • 2025 – 105,680 miles
  • 2024 – 104,583 miles
  • 2023 – 103,355 miles
  • 2021 – 103,066 miles
  • 2020 – 103,005 miles
  • 2019 – 101,534 miles
  • 2018 – 101,495 miles
  • 2016 – 101,396 miles
  • 2013 – 99,669 miles
  • 2012 – 92,930 miles
  • 2011 – 90,152 miles
  • 2010 – 86,350 miles
  • 2009 – 83,162 miles
  • 2007 – 72,591 miles
  • 2006 – 62,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,690 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,690 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    531780914390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail106,638 miles (+958)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,638 miles
    Test number
    402767154075
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass105,680 miles (+1,097)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,680 miles
    Test number
    702966116105
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,583 miles (+49)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,583 miles
    Test number
    905993881938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail104,534 miles (+1,179)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,534 miles
    Test number
    752009967858
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,355 miles (+289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,355 miles
    Test number
    954169410797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,066 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    629057049143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail103,066 miles (+61)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    996514103468
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,005 miles (+1,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,005 miles
    Test number
    955892215240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass101,534 miles (+39)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    101,534 miles
    Test number
    181228989479
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass101,495 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,495 miles
    Test number
    665896180193
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides & images just ok! (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail101,432 miles (+36)4 dangerous7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,432 miles
    Test number
    738092120316
    • DangerousNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • DangerousOffside Parking brake recording little or no effort not working (3.7.D.3a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousRear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureFront Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun visor (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' sun visor (8.3.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass101,396 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,396 miles
    Test number
    514630394436
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides - images just ok! (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating!

  14. Fail101,356 miles (+1,687)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,356 miles
    Test number
    655660022981
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade poor (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides - images just ok! (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating!

  15. Pass99,669 miles (+6,739)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,669 miles
    Test number
    319427283021
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated slightly

  16. Pass92,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,930 miles
    Test number
    829104092085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,930 miles (+2,778)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,930 miles
    Test number
    956959382053
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass90,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,152 miles
    Test number
    409215291056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,152 miles (+3,802)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,152 miles
    Test number
    867528581039
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs inner surface poor condition poor
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc inner surface poor condition

  20. Pass86,350 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,350 miles
    Test number
    963986180066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,162 miles
    Test number
    531610699011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,162 miles (+10,571)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,162 miles
    Test number
    140259189447
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  23. Pass72,591 miles (+9,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,591 miles
    Test number
    400022827128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  24. Pass62,710 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,710 miles
    Test number
    614525826197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,669 miles1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,669 miles
    Test number
    254778716449
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Questions about R202 BLC

Does R202 BLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R202 BLC is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R202 BLC?
The MOT on R202 BLC is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R202 BLC done?
R202 BLC was recorded at 106,690 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,205 miles a year.
Has R202 BLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R202 BLC has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R202 BLC 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 R202 BLC find?
R202 BLC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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