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MG MGF

Purple · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R481 FEXMOT history

R481 FEX is a purple petrol MG MGF first used on 14 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2021 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2021
Mileage
81,394 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R481 FEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

R481 FEX was last recorded at 81,394 miles on 3 May 2022, 191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,203 miles · 30 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
191 miles
Average per year
2,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,394 miles
  • 2020 – 81,203 miles
  • 2019 – 79,862 miles
  • 2018 – 78,039 miles
  • 2017 – 76,747 miles
  • 2016 – 75,130 miles
  • 2015 – 73,503 miles
  • 2013 – 70,848 miles
  • 2012 – 69,374 miles
  • 2011 – 67,221 miles
  • 2010 – 63,780 miles
  • 2009 – 60,328 miles
  • 2008 – 56,298 miles
  • 2007 – 52,801 miles
  • 2006 – 47,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,394 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryHand brake only just met limit
  • AdvisoryTape covering sharp edges on o/s front wing
  • AdvisoryUnder side very rusty

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,394 miles (+191)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,394 miles
    Test number
    809063652177
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just met limit
    • AdvisoryTape covering sharp edges on o/s front wing
    • AdvisoryUnder side very rusty

  2. Pass81,203 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,203 miles
    Test number
    518112969905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,194 miles (+1,332)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,194 miles
    Test number
    668122546822
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryService brake 50% ,,, park brake 16%

  4. Pass79,862 miles (+1,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,862 miles
    Test number
    301075217828
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,039 miles (+1,292)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,039 miles
    Test number
    167186080023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,747 miles
    Test number
    807203233521
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded various underside corrosion rear exhaust corroded

  7. Fail76,747 miles (+1,617)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,747 miles
    Test number
    321978757610
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded various underside corrosion rear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass75,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    179553681849
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber weaping bolt broken n/s/f subframe mount
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded slight play n/s/r trail arm bush
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

  9. Fail75,130 miles (+1,627)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    811281775804
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f shock absorber weaping bolt broken n/s/f subframe mount
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded slight play n/s/r trail arm bush
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

  10. Pass73,503 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,503 miles
    Test number
    327516575096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,848 miles
    Test number
    458254423467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,848 miles (+1,474)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,848 miles
    Test number
    437744823376
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass69,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,374 miles
    Test number
    478167422461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,374 miles (+2,153)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,374 miles
    Test number
    476007522335
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass67,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,221 miles
    Test number
    188749021336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,221 miles (+3,441)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,221 miles
    Test number
    547418621345
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass63,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    172910850379
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail63,780 miles (+3,452)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    461870350301
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass60,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    701801039364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,328 miles (+4,030)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    231160939330
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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 Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass56,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,298 miles
    Test number
    454482638453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,298 miles (+3,497)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,298 miles
    Test number
    784080638330
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass52,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    52,801 miles
    Test number
    282102257393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,801 miles (+522)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,801 miles
    Test number
    350598047348
    • FailureFront Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass52,279 miles (+2)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,279 miles
    Test number
    500597877299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteAir bag light on

  26. Fail52,277 miles (+5,154)5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,277 miles
    Test number
    890110777220
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteAir bag light on

  27. Fail47,123 miles1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,123 miles
    Test number
    302842446258
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • Repaired at testFront Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • Repaired at testRear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

  28. Pass47,123 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,123 miles
    Test number
    310502446256
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about R481 FEX

Does R481 FEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R481 FEX expired on 29 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R481 FEX?
The MOT on R481 FEX expired on 29 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R481 FEX done?
R481 FEX was recorded at 81,394 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022, an average of 2,186 miles a year.
Has R481 FEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R481 FEX has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2022.
Has the mileage on R481 FEX 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 R481 FEX find?
R481 FEX failed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; offside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; hand brake only just met limit, and 2 more.

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