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MG MGF

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

S3 HLMMOT history

S3 HLM is a silver petrol MG MGF first used on 25 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2026
Mileage
84,782 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 HLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S3 HLM was last recorded at 84,782 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,442 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
340 miles
Average per year
1,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,782 miles
  • 2025 – 84,442 miles
  • 2024 – 80,403 miles
  • 2022 – 80,243 miles
  • 2021 – 79,560 miles
  • 2019 – 78,672 miles
  • 2018 – 77,476 miles
  • 2017 – 76,449 miles
  • 2016 – 75,383 miles
  • 2015 – 75,040 miles
  • 2014 – 74,199 miles
  • 2013 – 72,579 miles
  • 2012 – 69,519 miles
  • 2011 – 66,982 miles
  • 2010 – 64,572 miles
  • 2009 – 61,690 miles
  • 2008 – 59,693 miles
  • 2007 – 56,014 miles
  • 2006 – 52,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,782 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail84,782 miles (+340)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,782 miles
    Test number
    462312374143
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,442 miles (+9)5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    84,442 miles
    Test number
    385514361022
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,433 miles (+4,030)2 major5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,433 miles
    Test number
    796015509671
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  4. Pass80,403 miles (+160)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    80,403 miles
    Test number
    139213881110
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear heat shield loose will need attention

  5. Pass80,243 miles (+683)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    80,243 miles
    Test number
    544184748546
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose but secure

  6. Pass79,560 miles (+888)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,560 miles
    Test number
    889718654460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield on cat is loose but secure

  7. Pass78,672 miles (+1,196)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,672 miles
    Test number
    727369071530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,476 miles (+1,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,476 miles
    Test number
    817339662182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,449 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    381555620223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,383 miles (+343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    461217941454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH. (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush LOWER BUSH. (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST SILENCER BAFFLES LOOSE.

  11. Pass75,040 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,040 miles
    Test number
    686650475171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail75,040 miles (+841)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,040 miles
    Test number
    959599265128
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass74,199 miles (+1,620)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,199 miles
    Test number
    395464454107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust baffles loose.
    • NoteExhaust flexi coupling outer gauze incomplete.
    • NoteRear exhaust corroding.

  14. Pass72,579 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,579 miles
    Test number
    849852763152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,519 miles (+2,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,519 miles
    Test number
    487070362195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass66,982 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,982 miles
    Test number
    706685461139
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail66,982 miles (+2,410)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,982 miles
    Test number
    817465461172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass64,572 miles (+2,882)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,572 miles
    Test number
    260051840417
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass61,690 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,690 miles
    Test number
    201083459444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,683 miles (+1,990)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,683 miles
    Test number
    501102659195
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

  21. Pass59,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,693 miles
    Test number
    223293548183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,693 miles (+3,679)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,693 miles
    Test number
    912463148127
    • FailureNearside Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  23. Pass56,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    594710257127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,014 miles (+3,402)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    712019047144
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  25. Pass52,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    552603756191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,612 miles1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    234081056113
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S3 HLM

Does S3 HLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 HLM expired on 16 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 HLM?
The MOT on S3 HLM expired on 16 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 HLM done?
S3 HLM was recorded at 84,782 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,601 miles a year.
Has S3 HLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 HLM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 HLM 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 S3 HLM find?
S3 HLM failed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 2 major defects: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; offside rear wheel bearing has excessive play.

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