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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

R489 NGAMOT history

R489 NGA is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 15 Oct 1997. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 18,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
18,413 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R489 NGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R489 NGA was last recorded at 18,413 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,408 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,413 miles
  • 2025 – 18,408 miles
  • 2024 – 18,396 miles
  • 2023 – 18,347 miles
  • 2022 – 18,260 miles
  • 2021 – 18,229 miles
  • 2020 – 18,214 miles
  • 2019 – 18,169 miles
  • 2018 – 18,068 miles
  • 2017 – 17,953 miles
  • 2016 – 17,742 miles
  • 2015 – 17,486 miles
  • 2014 – 17,222 miles
  • 2013 – 16,831 miles
  • 2012 – 16,284 miles
  • 2011 – 15,841 miles
  • 2010 – 15,459 miles
  • 2009 – 15,093 miles
  • 2008 – 14,669 miles
  • 2007 – 14,247 miles
  • 2006 – 13,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,413 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,413 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    18,413 miles
    Test number
    965473368779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass18,408 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    18,408 miles
    Test number
    746926243128
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body starting to corrode.

  3. Fail18,399 miles (+3)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,399 miles
    Test number
    884122336452
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  4. Pass18,396 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    18,396 miles
    Test number
    218986422781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass18,347 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    18,347 miles
    Test number
    508221507482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    18,260 miles
    Test number
    344018722889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail18,260 miles (+31)1 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,260 miles
    Test number
    792102900897
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  8. Pass18,229 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    18,229 miles
    Test number
    272350164378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,214 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    18,214 miles
    Test number
    108583548640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,169 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    18,169 miles
    Test number
    655414248199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,068 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    18,068 miles
    Test number
    926046333136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail18,062 miles (+109)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,062 miles
    Test number
    804596496472
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass17,953 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,953 miles
    Test number
    976082149105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,742 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,742 miles
    Test number
    675573288447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,486 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,486 miles
    Test number
    517584585060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,222 miles (+391)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,222 miles
    Test number
    985135984020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,831 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,831 miles
    Test number
    199601373001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,284 miles
    Test number
    809404872080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail16,284 miles (+443)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,284 miles
    Test number
    939283872056
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass15,841 miles (+382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,841 miles
    Test number
    615330271051
    • NoteAll four brake hose ferrules corroded

  21. Pass15,459 miles (+366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    15,459 miles
    Test number
    761166370085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass15,093 miles (+424)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,093 miles
    Test number
    220357559031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,669 miles (+422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    14,669 miles
    Test number
    110822558099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass14,247 miles (+913)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,247 miles
    Test number
    573124157034
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wonr close to limit

  25. Pass13,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,334 miles
    Test number
    821084956089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R489 NGA

Does R489 NGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R489 NGA is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R489 NGA?
The MOT on R489 NGA is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R489 NGA done?
R489 NGA was recorded at 18,413 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 249 miles a year.
Has R489 NGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R489 NGA has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on R489 NGA 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 R489 NGA find?
R489 NGA passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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