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Rover MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S38 MGCMOT history

S38 MGC is a blue petrol Rover MGF first used on 12 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 63,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2026
Mileage
63,965 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 MGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 MGC was last recorded at 63,965 miles on 25 Jul 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,952 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,965 miles
  • 2024 – 56,987 miles
  • 2023 – 53,768 miles
  • 2022 – 48,757 miles
  • 2020 – 48,740 miles
  • 2019 – 46,822 miles
  • 2018 – 45,505 miles
  • 2017 – 43,674 miles
  • 2016 – 42,511 miles
  • 2015 – 41,208 miles
  • 2014 – 40,344 miles
  • 2013 – 39,632 miles
  • 2012 – 38,103 miles
  • 2011 – 36,423 miles
  • 2010 – 35,024 miles
  • 2009 – 32,161 miles
  • 2008 – 30,322 miles
  • 2007 – 29,064 miles
  • 2006 – 27,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,965 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,965 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    63,965 miles
    Test number
    629096443450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail63,952 miles (+13)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,952 miles
    Test number
    533639913673
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail63,939 miles (+6,952)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,939 miles
    Test number
    293508869347
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass56,987 miles (+3,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    56,987 miles
    Test number
    322726689407
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass53,768 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    629766579915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing thin /half the thickness of the o/s (possible slide stuck)? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter weeping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst rattling inside /collapsed??

  6. Fail53,768 miles (+5,011)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    383308136333
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing thin /half the thickness of the o/s (possible slide stuck)? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter weeping oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst rattling inside /collapsed??

  7. Pass48,757 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,757 miles
    Test number
    187680559845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,740 miles (+6)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,740 miles
    Test number
    298133895990
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust flexi pipe broken, but not leaking.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail48,734 miles (+1,912)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,734 miles
    Test number
    235244429238
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Hub ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust flexi pipe broken, but not leaking.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass46,822 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,822 miles
    Test number
    326276147994
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner and outer seal corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner and outer seal corroded

  11. Fail46,822 miles (+1,317)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,822 miles
    Test number
    386266988435
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner and outer seal corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner and outer seal corroded

  12. Pass45,505 miles (+1,831)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    499371423642
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner seal (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner and outer seal (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass43,674 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,674 miles
    Test number
    689313823548
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  14. Fail43,674 miles (+1,163)8 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,674 miles
    Test number
    537673387197
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  15. Pass42,511 miles (+1,303)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,511 miles
    Test number
    489254518567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,208 miles (+864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,208 miles
    Test number
    339864655054
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass40,344 miles (+712)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,344 miles
    Test number
    299688334008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass39,632 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,632 miles
    Test number
    127253943013
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail39,632 miles (+1,529)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,632 miles
    Test number
    379283843090
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass38,103 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,103 miles
    Test number
    708369412066
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  21. Fail38,102 miles (+1,679)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,102 miles
    Test number
    927579612066
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass36,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,423 miles
    Test number
    659539231032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,423 miles (+1,399)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,423 miles
    Test number
    729499031066
    • Repaired at testNearside Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass35,024 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,024 miles
    Test number
    143482840004
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail35,022 miles (+2,861)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,022 miles
    Test number
    163500440032
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail32,161 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    701400359058
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass32,161 miles (+1,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    893130759034
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass30,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    320915348054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Fail30,322 miles (+1,258)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    834015248056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass29,064 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,064 miles
    Test number
    593378437012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass27,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,156 miles
    Test number
    714660436070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 MGC

Does S38 MGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S38 MGC expired on 24 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S38 MGC?
The MOT on S38 MGC expired on 24 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S38 MGC done?
S38 MGC was recorded at 63,965 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2025, an average of 1,889 miles a year.
Has S38 MGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 MGC has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S38 MGC 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 S38 MGC find?
S38 MGC passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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