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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S803 LNRMOT history

S803 LNR is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 21 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2021 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2021
Mileage
97,922 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,516 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S803 LNR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S803 LNR was last recorded at 97,922 miles on 11 Dec 2021, 2,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,523 miles · 25 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
2,399 miles
Average per year
2,516 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 97,922 miles
  • 2020 – 95,523 miles
  • 2019 – 91,745 miles
  • 2018 – 85,927 miles
  • 2017 – 82,220 miles
  • 2016 – 81,495 miles
  • 2015 – 79,724 miles
  • 2014 – 77,613 miles
  • 2013 – 76,831 miles
  • 2012 – 76,757 miles
  • 2011 – 76,698 miles
  • 2010 – 75,245 miles
  • 2009 – 74,940 miles
  • 2008 – 74,667 miles
  • 2007 – 74,216 miles
  • 2006 – 58,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,922 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak

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.

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,922 miles (+2,399)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,922 miles
    Test number
    892141281804
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  2. Pass95,523 miles (+3,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,523 miles
    Test number
    525423656013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,745 miles (+5,818)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,745 miles
    Test number
    381674373251
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,927 miles (+3,707)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,927 miles
    Test number
    911897876745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    372756170815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,219 miles (+724)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    102973316903
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Pass81,495 miles (+1,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,495 miles
    Test number
    494345247664
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass79,724 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,724 miles
    Test number
    571389594687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail79,724 miles (+2,111)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,724 miles
    Test number
    834617679395
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass77,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    528726124272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail77,613 miles (+782)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    345363424419
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  12. Pass76,831 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,831 miles
    Test number
    837381023298
    • NoteSteering feels heavier turning right ?
    • NoteSurface corrosion front and rear

  13. Fail76,831 miles (+74)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,831 miles
    Test number
    629020623240
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSteering feels heavier turning right ?
    • NoteSurface corrosion front and rear

  14. Pass76,757 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,757 miles
    Test number
    149029022221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,698 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,698 miles
    Test number
    767154231143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,245 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    75,245 miles
    Test number
    774195330016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,940 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    74,940 miles
    Test number
    441223239077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,667 miles (+451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,667 miles
    Test number
    453244248071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass74,216 miles (+16,199)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,216 miles
    Test number
    454980847009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,017 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,017 miles
    Test number
    543400136013
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass58,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,017 miles
    Test number
    873270136010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S803 LNR

Does S803 LNR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S803 LNR expired on 1 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S803 LNR?
The MOT on S803 LNR expired on 1 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S803 LNR done?
S803 LNR was recorded at 97,922 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2021, an average of 2,516 miles a year.
Has S803 LNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S803 LNR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S803 LNR 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 S803 LNR find?
S803 LNR failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2021 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside headlamp aim too low; offside front suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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