MG MGF
White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc
S789 VKMMOT history
S789 VKM is a white petrol MG MGF first used on 18 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 68,373 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 May 2027
- Mileage
- 68,373 mi
- At MOT on 26 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 21 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 1,545 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S789 VKM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- MG
- Model
- MGF
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 18 Nov 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S789 VKM was last recorded at 68,373 miles on 26 May 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 68,307 miles · 16 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 66 miles
- Average per year
- 1,545 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 68,373 miles
- 2024 – 68,307 miles
- 2023 – 67,819 miles
- 2022 – 67,747 miles
- 2021 – 67,126 miles
- 2020 – 66,600 miles
- 2019 – 66,191 miles
- 2018 – 65,162 miles
- 2017 – 63,803 miles
- 2016 – 63,752 miles
- 2015 – 63,057 miles
- 2014 – 62,238 miles
- 2013 – 61,339 miles
- 2012 – 59,863 miles
- 2011 – 58,532 miles
- 2010 – 57,693 miles
- 2009 – 55,518 miles
- 2008 – 50,605 miles
- 2007 – 46,094 miles
- 2006 – 40,819 miles
- 2005 – 36,695 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass68,373 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011
Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Full MOT history
30 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass68,373 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 May 2027
- Odometer
- 68,373 miles
- Test number
- 165878099319
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail68,373 miles (+66)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,373 miles
- Test number
- 379294275071
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass68,307 miles (+488)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 68,307 miles
- Test number
- 682262234126
- MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass67,819 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 67,819 miles
- Test number
- 119223194392
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail67,818 miles (+71)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,818 miles
- Test number
- 984575620279
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Pipe to manifold gasket (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass67,747 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 67,747 miles
- Test number
- 885602353002
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail67,745 miles (+619)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,745 miles
- Test number
- 308669636672
- MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear flexy (6.1.2 (a))
Pass67,126 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 67,126 miles
- Test number
- 567211125699
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))
Fail67,126 miles (+526)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,126 miles
- Test number
- 424515253515
- Repaired at testHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy (6.1.2 (a))
Pass66,600 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 66,600 miles
- Test number
- 681496541893
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,598 miles (+407)1 dangerous1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,598 miles
- Test number
- 380979308852
- DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorEmissions not tested Engine overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
Pass66,191 miles (+1,029)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 66,191 miles
- Test number
- 376790174372
- MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass65,162 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 65,162 miles
- Test number
- 759031018493
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,162 miles (+1,359)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,162 miles
- Test number
- 855339713033
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass63,803 miles (+16)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 63,803 miles
- Test number
- 656947374209
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fail63,787 miles (+35)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,787 miles
- Test number
- 396620124809
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass63,752 miles (+695)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 63,752 miles
- Test number
- 899546766921
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass63,057 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 63,057 miles
- Test number
- 451504597404
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fail63,057 miles (+819)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,057 miles
- Test number
- 500042776753
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass62,238 miles (+899)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 62,238 miles
- Test number
- 387541704375
- NoteHeadlamp inner lenses are deteriorating, slightly reducing light output and slightly affecting beam pattern.
Pass61,339 miles (+1,476)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 61,339 miles
- Test number
- 478439003446
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,863 miles (+1,331)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 59,863 miles
- Test number
- 848336702375
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,532 miles (+839)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 58,532 miles
- Test number
- 855102511305
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyre treads are worn on inner edges, particularly the offside.
Pass57,693 miles (+2,175)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 57,693 miles
- Test number
- 400396200381
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass55,518 miles (+4,913)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 55,518 miles
- Test number
- 181354829391
- 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)
- NoteBoth rear indicators are starting to fade from amber tolwards white.
- NoteNearside ewiper blade rubber is split on end.
- NoteOffside dip beam headlamp has poor beam pattern - bulb refitted.
Pass50,605 miles (+4,511)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 50,605 miles
- Test number
- 342075728318
- NoteOffside front tyre tread is wearing on inner edge.
Pass46,094 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 46,094 miles
- Test number
- 512547627313
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail46,094 miles (+5,275)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,094 miles
- Test number
- 374647127395
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteFront brake disc pads are getting thin.
- NoteSmall split on driver's wiper blade rubber.
Pass40,819 miles (+4,124)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 40,819 miles
- Test number
- 724185816356
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,695 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 36,695 miles
- Test number
- 412555125394
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S789 VKM
- Does S789 VKM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 VKM is valid until 25 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S789 VKM?
- The MOT on S789 VKM is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S789 VKM done?
- S789 VKM was recorded at 68,373 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 1,545 miles a year.
- Has S789 VKM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S789 VKM has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on S789 VKM 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 S789 VKM find?
- S789 VKM passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.
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