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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

R2 PBYMOT history

R2 PBY is a silver petrol MG TF first used on 31 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,116 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R2 PBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R2 PBY was last recorded at 88,116 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,947 miles · 2 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
3,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,116 miles
  • 2023 – 87,947 miles
  • 2021 – 86,982 miles
  • 2020 – 85,461 miles
  • 2019 – 83,213 miles
  • 2018 – 81,175 miles
  • 2017 – 79,762 miles
  • 2016 – 79,217 miles
  • 2015 – 78,311 miles
  • 2014 – 76,350 miles
  • 2013 – 74,962 miles
  • 2012 – 64,904 miles
  • 2011 – 54,225 miles
  • 2010 – 49,678 miles
  • 2009 – 43,452 miles
  • 2008 – 36,033 miles
  • 2007 – 30,285 miles
  • 2006 – 24,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,116 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Close to failing MOT standards (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside are flashing nearly white (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi hoses

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,116 miles (+169)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,116 miles
    Test number
    951723023615
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Close to failing MOT standards (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside are flashing nearly white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,947 miles (+965)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,947 miles
    Test number
    248983744139
    • AdvisoryCentral Fluid leak, but not excessive Under floor radiator pipe running front to back is weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Braided hose unions & ferrule fitted to engine oil filter are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass86,982 miles (+1,521)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,982 miles
    Test number
    693328240942
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti roll bar bolt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Only slightly (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Braided hose unions & ferrule fitted to engine oil filter are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,461 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,461 miles
    Test number
    924804502240
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Very close to failing MOT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Braided hose unions fitted to engine oil filter are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater radiator corroded and distorted

  5. Fail85,461 miles (+2,248)1 repaired15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,461 miles
    Test number
    529047087376
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryInterior rear view mirror loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Very close to failing MOT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Braided hose unions fitted to engine oil filter are very corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both n/s and o/s leading to flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater radiator corroded and distorted

  6. Pass83,213 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,213 miles
    Test number
    902453535855
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail83,207 miles (+2,032)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,207 miles
    Test number
    994466547211
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached Ball joint to hub (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Lower shock rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass81,175 miles (+1,413)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,175 miles
    Test number
    317793171304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Suspension unit rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass79,762 miles (+545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,762 miles
    Test number
    202380744738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  10. Pass79,217 miles (+906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    964532874019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass78,311 miles (+8)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,311 miles
    Test number
    146229854980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteN/s windscreen wiper smeary
    • NoteO/s windscreen wiper smeary

  12. Fail78,303 miles (+1,953)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,303 miles
    Test number
    347271735229
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteN/s windscreen wiper smeary
    • NoteO/s windscreen wiper smeary

  13. Pass76,350 miles (+1,388)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,350 miles
    Test number
    288288184418
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly.
    • NoteFront brake discs rough.

  14. Pass74,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,962 miles
    Test number
    156326583139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail74,962 miles (+10,058)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,962 miles
    Test number
    439325183138
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass64,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    206064562489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,904 miles (+10,679)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,904 miles
    Test number
    869993462127
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass54,225 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,225 miles
    Test number
    379110061107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,678 miles
    Test number
    272667010418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,678 miles (+6,226)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,678 miles
    Test number
    863226810125
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass43,452 miles (+7,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    242750729420
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass36,033 miles (+5,748)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,033 miles
    Test number
    474871128141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,285 miles (+6,065)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,285 miles
    Test number
    722710427149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,220 miles
    Test number
    264402726146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R2 PBY

Does R2 PBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R2 PBY is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R2 PBY?
The MOT on R2 PBY is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R2 PBY done?
R2 PBY was recorded at 88,116 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,177 miles a year.
Has R2 PBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R2 PBY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on R2 PBY 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 R2 PBY find?
R2 PBY passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened close to failing mot standards; rear direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside are flashing nearly white, and 1 more.

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