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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R52 VNPMOT history

R52 VNP is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 62,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
62,472 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R52 VNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R52 VNP was last recorded at 62,472 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,466 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,472 miles
  • 2025 – 61,733 miles
  • 2024 – 61,000 miles
  • 2023 – 59,232 miles
  • 2022 – 57,752 miles
  • 2021 – 55,450 miles
  • 2015 – 53,675 miles
  • 2014 – 52,242 miles
  • 2013 – 51,550 miles
  • 2012 – 50,600 miles
  • 2011 – 49,556 miles
  • 2010 – 48,548 miles
  • 2009 – 47,293 miles
  • 2008 – 45,743 miles
  • 2007 – 44,382 miles
  • 2005 – 40,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,472 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySubframe mountings and suspension component's covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,472 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    62,472 miles
    Test number
    246268417635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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))
    • AdvisorySubframe mountings and suspension component's covered in underseal

  2. Fail62,466 miles (+733)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,466 miles
    Test number
    821633390122
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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))
    • AdvisorySubframe mountings and suspension component's covered in underseal

  3. Pass61,733 miles (+733)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    61,733 miles
    Test number
    255486575133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,000 miles (+1,768)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    61,000 miles
    Test number
    616899916025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,232 miles (+1,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,232 miles
    Test number
    377976217531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass57,752 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,752 miles
    Test number
    100846164473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail57,501 miles (+2,051)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,501 miles
    Test number
    328841668336
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass55,450 miles (+861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,450 miles
    Test number
    691089129287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass54,589 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    54,589 miles
    Test number
    664622606365
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under car
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam images poor
    • AdvisoryPAS Rack weeping
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f upper ball joint
    • AdvisorySteering lock inop

  10. Fail54,576 miles (+901)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,576 miles
    Test number
    262096203613
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Not releasing under tension (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under car
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam images poor
    • AdvisoryPAS Rack weeping
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f upper ball joint
    • AdvisorySteering lock inop

  11. Pass53,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    208100925016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail53,675 miles (+1,433)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,675 miles
    Test number
    765510625029
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass52,242 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    52,242 miles
    Test number
    755561944002
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHead lamps poor pattern

  14. Fail52,242 miles (+692)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,242 miles
    Test number
    118195634073
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass51,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    658299003008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,550 miles (+950)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    465839603000
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass50,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,600 miles
    Test number
    208964232028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,593 miles (+1,037)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    407344932064
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass49,556 miles (+1,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,556 miles
    Test number
    196779231443
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass48,548 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,548 miles
    Test number
    152823530401
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  21. Fail48,547 miles (+1,254)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,547 miles
    Test number
    661153630094
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Pass47,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,293 miles
    Test number
    422470349081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,291 miles (+1,548)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,291 miles
    Test number
    672750849022
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass45,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,743 miles
    Test number
    110468118002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,743 miles (+1,361)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,743 miles
    Test number
    802708218026
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass44,382 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,382 miles
    Test number
    751700447069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    40,756 miles
    Test number
    491195945209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R52 VNP

Does R52 VNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R52 VNP is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R52 VNP?
The MOT on R52 VNP is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R52 VNP done?
R52 VNP was recorded at 62,472 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 1,036 miles a year.
Has R52 VNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R52 VNP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on R52 VNP 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 R52 VNP find?
R52 VNP passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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