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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

R95 BYBMOT history

R95 BYB is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 12 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2026
Mileage
62,519 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R95 BYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R95 BYB was last recorded at 62,519 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,432 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,519 miles
  • 2025 – 62,432 miles
  • 2024 – 62,337 miles
  • 2023 – 62,219 miles
  • 2022 – 62,055 miles
  • 2020 – 61,949 miles
  • 2019 – 60,752 miles
  • 2018 – 59,582 miles
  • 2017 – 58,170 miles
  • 2016 – 57,571 miles
  • 2015 – 55,505 miles
  • 2014 – 51,133 miles
  • 2013 – 50,665 miles
  • 2012 – 48,756 miles
  • 2011 – 48,488 miles
  • 2010 – 48,147 miles
  • 2009 – 47,923 miles
  • 2008 – 47,744 miles
  • 2007 – 47,639 miles
  • 2006 – 46,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,519 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake ferrules corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight play in both front track rod ends
  • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rear upper ball joint

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front and rear subframes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail62,519 miles (+87)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,519 miles
    Test number
    991832386867
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front track rod ends
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside rear upper ball joint

  2. Pass62,432 miles (+95)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    62,432 miles
    Test number
    431966124035
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are badly cracked 205 50 15
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre badly cracked 195 50 15
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass62,337 miles (+118)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,337 miles
    Test number
    412694517254
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and offside front tyres are cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  4. Pass62,219 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,219 miles
    Test number
    449819426690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail62,213 miles (+158)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,213 miles
    Test number
    103846304207
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass62,055 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,055 miles
    Test number
    120329177406
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe corroded

  7. Fail62,046 miles (+97)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,046 miles
    Test number
    288931893025
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn insides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe corroded

  8. Pass61,949 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    354369356389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,752 miles (+1,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,752 miles
    Test number
    771502732183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs corroded

  10. Pass59,582 miles (+1,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,582 miles
    Test number
    444391700831
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Brake Discs Corroded (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass58,170 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,170 miles
    Test number
    283097715899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,571 miles (+2,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,571 miles
    Test number
    527736409472
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySilencer strap insecure

  13. Pass55,505 miles (+4,372)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,505 miles
    Test number
    915345105166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,133 miles (+468)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,133 miles
    Test number
    566219214161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber mounting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass50,665 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,665 miles
    Test number
    236360653147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,756 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,756 miles
    Test number
    947462322106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,488 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,488 miles
    Test number
    748229131173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,147 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,147 miles
    Test number
    681930730133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,923 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,923 miles
    Test number
    930172239198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,744 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,744 miles
    Test number
    524669348131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass47,639 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,639 miles
    Test number
    683384017118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,753 miles
    Test number
    493524626049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about R95 BYB

Does R95 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R95 BYB expired on 2 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R95 BYB?
The MOT on R95 BYB expired on 2 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R95 BYB done?
R95 BYB was recorded at 62,519 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 761 miles a year.
Has R95 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R95 BYB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on R95 BYB 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 R95 BYB find?
R95 BYB failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 8 major defects and 8 advisories: horn not working; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 13 more.

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