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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,396 cc

S16 MGXMOT history

S16 MGX is a black petrol MG ZR first used on 25 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
112,459 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2017
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 MGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZR
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 MGX was last recorded at 112,459 miles on 21 Apr 2017, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2017.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2012: 57,215 miles, lower than 57,216 miles on 30 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,458 miles · 20 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2017 – 112,459 miles
  • 2016 – 99,033 miles
  • 2015 – 84,872 miles
  • 2014 – 79,384 miles
  • 2013 – 72,532 miles
  • 2012 – 57,215 miles
  • 2011 – 43,814 miles
  • 2010 – 37,235 miles
  • 2009 – 29,272 miles
  • 2008 – 19,320 miles
  • 2007 – 11,429 miles
  • 2005 – 9,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rosejoint to cradle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Slight engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    931710444401
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rosejoint to cradle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    268745173386
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rosejoint to cradle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    423949104718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    135267784661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    486894858901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    945472683554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,459 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,459 miles
    Test number
    941843997192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,458 miles (+13,425)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,458 miles
    Test number
    200863799385
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass99,033 miles (+229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,033 miles
    Test number
    126064988165
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Fail98,804 miles (+13,932)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    900737938426
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  11. Pass84,872 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    229711325130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail84,829 miles (+5,445)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,829 miles
    Test number
    516370025191
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass79,384 miles (+6,852)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,384 miles
    Test number
    216847724421
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass72,532 miles (+15,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,532 miles
    Test number
    798993913132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass57,215 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,215 miles
    Test number
    987474192061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,216 miles (+13,402)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,216 miles
    Test number
    185400192097
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass43,814 miles (+6,579)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,814 miles
    Test number
    175016591445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,235 miles (+7,963)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,235 miles
    Test number
    183832410138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,272 miles (+9,952)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,272 miles
    Test number
    100754909269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,320 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    19,320 miles
    Test number
    662213618270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,429 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,429 miles
    Test number
    520848717226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    9,288 miles
    Test number
    354208195483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 MGX

Does S16 MGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S16 MGX expired on 19 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S16 MGX?
The MOT on S16 MGX expired on 19 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S16 MGX done?
S16 MGX was recorded at 112,459 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2017, an average of 8,981 miles a year.
Has S16 MGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 MGX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 MGX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S16 MGX find?
S16 MGX passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play rosejoint to cradle.

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