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Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

S5 RLHMOT history

S5 RLH is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 43,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
43,630 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 RLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 RLH was last recorded at 43,630 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,630 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,630 miles
  • 2025 – 43,618 miles
  • 2023 – 42,358 miles
  • 2022 – 41,820 miles
  • 2009 – 41,794 miles
  • 2008 – 41,473 miles
  • 2007 – 39,130 miles
  • 2006 – 38,272 miles
  • 2005 – 37,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,630 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and slight leak (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2009

Full MOT history

11 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    43,630 miles
    Test number
    890191230445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and slight leak (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail43,630 miles (+12)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,630 miles
    Test number
    280161128465
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and slight leak (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass43,618 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    43,618 miles
    Test number
    650605664662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,358 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    42,358 miles
    Test number
    589127353807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,820 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    41,820 miles
    Test number
    747117653685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,794 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    831984759262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass41,473 miles (+2,343)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,473 miles
    Test number
    901958868277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,130 miles (+858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    610203467241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass38,272 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,272 miles
    Test number
    842562276268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    300402975453
    • 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)

  11. Fail37,564 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    371472075479
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about S5 RLH

Does S5 RLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 RLH is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 RLH?
The MOT on S5 RLH is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 RLH done?
S5 RLH was recorded at 43,630 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 298 miles a year.
Has S5 RLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 RLH has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 RLH 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 S5 RLH find?
S5 RLH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and slight leak; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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