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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S783 SARMOT history

S783 SAR is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2026
Mileage
55,834 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S783 SAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S783 SAR was last recorded at 55,834 miles on 19 May 2026, 250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,584 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
250 miles
Average per year
1,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,834 miles
  • 2025 – 55,584 miles
  • 2019 – 55,454 miles
  • 2018 – 55,282 miles
  • 2017 – 55,125 miles
  • 2016 – 54,450 miles
  • 2015 – 53,334 miles
  • 2014 – 52,506 miles
  • 2013 – 52,137 miles
  • 2012 – 50,048 miles
  • 2011 – 47,838 miles
  • 2010 – 39,919 miles
  • 2008 – 37,649 miles
  • 2007 – 36,610 miles
  • 2006 – 32,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,834 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle.

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.

  • All Brake discs show heavy surface corrosion due to lack of use but not considered seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Almost all steering & suspension components showing severe surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery slightly insecure but not likely to fall from its carrier

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front subframe showing severe surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,834 miles (+250)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,834 miles
    Test number
    338592765396
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle.

  2. Pass55,584 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,584 miles
    Test number
    570057463771
    • AdvisoryAll Brake discs show heavy surface corrosion due to lack of use but not considered seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryAlmost all steering & suspension components showing severe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly insecure but not likely to fall from its carrier
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are aged 14yrs
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing severe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim poor + light intensity reduced
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre shows cracking & perishing to the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp aim only just visible + light intensity reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre heavily cracking & perishing to the outer edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little or no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing severe surface corrosion

  3. Fail55,584 miles (+130)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,584 miles
    Test number
    997244539567
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs show heavy surface corrosion due to lack of use but not considered seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryAlmost all steering & suspension components showing severe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly insecure but not likely to fall from its carrier
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are aged 14yrs old
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe showing severe surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake effort poor and only just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre shows cracking or perishing to the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre heavily cracking or perishing to the outer edge but no cords are visible
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little or no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing severe surface corrosion

  4. Pass55,454 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,454 miles
    Test number
    501746002342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,282 miles (+157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,282 miles
    Test number
    827831760527
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak under floor coolant pipes

  6. Pass55,125 miles (+675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,125 miles
    Test number
    613141954059
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp beam only just visible
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber lower bush worn

  7. Pass54,450 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,450 miles
    Test number
    151098340814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail54,419 miles (+1,085)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,419 miles
    Test number
    454376964651
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass53,334 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,334 miles
    Test number
    226903575430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,506 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,506 miles
    Test number
    516039084149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,137 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,137 miles
    Test number
    917723493180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,113 miles (+2,065)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,113 miles
    Test number
    136198173186
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass50,048 miles (+2,210)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,048 miles
    Test number
    295278272161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,838 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    578387921310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,327 miles (+609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,327 miles
    Test number
    908815021167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail45,718 miles (+5,799)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,718 miles
    Test number
    856344601117
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass39,919 miles (+2,270)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    310544500136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,649 miles (+1,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    243288478154
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  19. Pass36,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,610 miles
    Test number
    311815947140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,610 miles (+3,740)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,610 miles
    Test number
    633524447103
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass32,870 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,870 miles
    Test number
    182503956199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about S783 SAR

Does S783 SAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S783 SAR expired on 28 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S783 SAR?
The MOT on S783 SAR expired on 28 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S783 SAR done?
S783 SAR was recorded at 55,834 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 1,150 miles a year.
Has S783 SAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S783 SAR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S783 SAR 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 S783 SAR find?
S783 SAR failed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 4 more.

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