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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S54 VYAMOT history

S54 VYA is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
72,146 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 VYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 VYA was last recorded at 72,146 miles on 12 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,145 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,146 miles
  • 2024 – 71,941 miles
  • 2023 – 71,790 miles
  • 2022 – 71,676 miles
  • 2020 – 70,852 miles
  • 2019 – 70,552 miles
  • 2017 – 70,289 miles
  • 2016 – 69,954 miles
  • 2014 – 69,617 miles
  • 2013 – 68,860 miles
  • 2012 – 67,815 miles
  • 2011 – 66,307 miles
  • 2010 – 65,020 miles
  • 2009 – 62,100 miles
  • 2008 – 59,673 miles
  • 2007 – 53,926 miles
  • 2006 – 50,553 miles
  • 2005 – 46,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,146 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,146 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    795665623878
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail72,145 miles (+204)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    859509129916
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,941 miles (+151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    71,941 miles
    Test number
    947799093661
    • AdvisoryAdvise pitting front and rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both inner sills
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front and rear sub-frames

  4. Pass71,790 miles (+114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    444157535815
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAdvis slight corrosion front and rear brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryAdvise front and rear brake discs slight corrosion and pitting
    • AdvisoryAdvise inner sills slight corrosion

  5. Pass71,676 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,676 miles
    Test number
    989697025463
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail71,649 miles (+797)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,649 miles
    Test number
    559356047127
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,852 miles (+300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    70,852 miles
    Test number
    121219126346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,552 miles (+263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,552 miles
    Test number
    392976031790
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass70,289 miles (+335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    487248580161
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass69,954 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,954 miles
    Test number
    958097878818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,922 miles (+305)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,922 miles
    Test number
    758441455403
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Fail69,617 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    628830314371
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass69,617 miles (+757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,617 miles
    Test number
    947240514385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass68,860 miles (+1,045)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,860 miles
    Test number
    325454173466
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Fail67,815 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,815 miles
    Test number
    526067072209
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass67,815 miles (+1,508)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,815 miles
    Test number
    818817672215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,307 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,307 miles
    Test number
    217235061205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,290 miles (+1,270)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,290 miles
    Test number
    407585551220
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass65,020 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,020 miles
    Test number
    451459850298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,992 miles (+2,892)6 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,992 miles
    Test number
    131201750297
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass62,100 miles (+2,427)1 dangerous8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    62,100 miles
    Test number
    301936149202
    • DangerousFront to rear under floor steel water pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  22. Pass59,673 miles (+5,747)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,673 miles
    Test number
    264797648276
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass53,926 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    994937677142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,553 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    50,553 miles
    Test number
    651868356183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2006
    Odometer
    46,735 miles
    Test number
    220116845135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,735 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,735 miles
    Test number
    552096945186
    • FailureCentre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Questions about S54 VYA

Does S54 VYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 VYA is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 VYA?
The MOT on S54 VYA is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 VYA done?
S54 VYA was recorded at 72,146 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,212 miles a year.
Has S54 VYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 VYA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S54 VYA 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 S54 VYA find?
S54 VYA passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 6 more.

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