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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S36 NSOMOT history

S36 NSO is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 19 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,869 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 NSO
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
19 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 NSO was last recorded at 88,869 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,700 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
1,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,869 miles
  • 2025 – 88,700 miles
  • 2023 – 88,203 miles
  • 2022 – 87,621 miles
  • 2021 – 86,684 miles
  • 2020 – 85,777 miles
  • 2019 – 84,928 miles
  • 2018 – 83,494 miles
  • 2017 – 80,202 miles
  • 2016 – 79,035 miles
  • 2015 – 76,601 miles
  • 2014 – 71,444 miles
  • 2013 – 71,016 miles
  • 2012 – 68,401 miles
  • 2011 – 67,422 miles
  • 2010 – 66,772 miles
  • 2009 – 65,608 miles
  • 2007 – 61,986 miles
  • 2006 – 55,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,869 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,869 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    449793059019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,700 miles (+497)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    300449927204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass88,203 miles (+582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,203 miles
    Test number
    122985680887
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass87,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,621 miles
    Test number
    238018792570
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail87,621 miles (+937)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,621 miles
    Test number
    996346096853
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,684 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    393727191154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail86,684 miles (+907)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    774760331941
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass85,777 miles (+849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,777 miles
    Test number
    387058351129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass84,928 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,928 miles
    Test number
    828936384483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail84,914 miles (+1,420)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,914 miles
    Test number
    819125535232
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,494 miles
    Test number
    286009201769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,494 miles (+3,292)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,494 miles
    Test number
    597879513194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass80,202 miles (+1,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,202 miles
    Test number
    121309689883
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass79,035 miles (+2,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    124811056507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension height low

  15. Pass76,601 miles (+5,157)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,601 miles
    Test number
    452141007611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass71,444 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    217987924205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Fail71,443 miles (+427)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,443 miles
    Test number
    955258714297
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Pass71,016 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    71,016 miles
    Test number
    219685643211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,401 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,401 miles
    Test number
    767536682099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,422 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    207006871063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,772 miles (+1,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,772 miles
    Test number
    492371390037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass65,608 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,608 miles
    Test number
    363326429079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,986 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    651433867300
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  24. Fail61,975 miles (+5,771)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,975 miles
    Test number
    481675657458
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  25. Pass56,204 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    890185967023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    55,272 miles
    Test number
    200189536185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S36 NSO

Does S36 NSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 NSO is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 NSO?
The MOT on S36 NSO is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S36 NSO done?
S36 NSO was recorded at 88,869 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 1,691 miles a year.
Has S36 NSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 NSO has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S36 NSO 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 S36 NSO find?
S36 NSO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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