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White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

SVL 234MOT history

SVL 234 is a white petrol MG F first used on 6 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 80,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,123 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SVL 234
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
F
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SVL 234 was last recorded at 80,123 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,974 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,149 miles
Average per year
1,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,123 miles
  • 2025 – 78,974 miles
  • 2024 – 77,312 miles
  • 2023 – 76,043 miles
  • 2022 – 74,981 miles
  • 2021 – 74,130 miles
  • 2020 – 73,434 miles
  • 2019 – 72,273 miles
  • 2018 – 71,424 miles
  • 2017 – 70,286 miles
  • 2016 – 69,047 miles
  • 2014 – 67,337 miles
  • 2013 – 64,650 miles
  • 2012 – 62,120 miles
  • 2011 – 58,971 miles
  • 2010 – 54,958 miles
  • 2009 – 51,406 miles
  • 2008 – 49,344 miles
  • 2007 – 47,660 miles
  • 2006 – 45,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,123 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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 suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Oil dampness at rear of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,123 miles (+1,149)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,123 miles
    Test number
    987037499707
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,974 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,974 miles
    Test number
    319115264888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,312 miles
    Test number
    886517967553
    • AdvisoryOil dampness at rear of engine

  4. Fail77,312 miles (+1,269)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,312 miles
    Test number
    929921748108
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness at rear of engine

  5. Pass76,043 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,043 miles
    Test number
    662967251839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness

  6. Fail76,043 miles (+1,062)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,043 miles
    Test number
    435958473059
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness

  7. Pass74,981 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,981 miles
    Test number
    793528927943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail74,979 miles (+849)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,979 miles
    Test number
    175338456978
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass74,130 miles (+696)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,130 miles
    Test number
    265142161163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,434 miles (+1,161)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    624773578650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,273 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,273 miles
    Test number
    286195013919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,268 miles (+844)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,268 miles
    Test number
    744953619826
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHand brake slight high

  13. Pass71,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    994440246974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,424 miles (+1,138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,424 miles
    Test number
    490870473684
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass70,286 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    205039296558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,047 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,047 miles
    Test number
    949976131319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,337 miles (+2,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,337 miles
    Test number
    287905924323
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass64,650 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,650 miles
    Test number
    212455012552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,120 miles
    Test number
    239320942336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,120 miles (+3,149)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,120 miles
    Test number
    125230742376
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass58,971 miles (+4,013)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,971 miles
    Test number
    497518311414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth front uppermost ball joints have play
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe very rusty

  22. Pass54,958 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,958 miles
    Test number
    920039990243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre getting low

  23. Fail54,958 miles (+3,552)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,958 miles
    Test number
    974149190246
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre getting low

  24. Pass51,406 miles (+2,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,406 miles
    Test number
    334545269201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass49,344 miles (+1,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,344 miles
    Test number
    963189018225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass47,660 miles (+2,487)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,660 miles
    Test number
    732779527188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  27. Pass45,173 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,173 miles
    Test number
    232288836109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail45,157 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,157 miles
    Test number
    660026136114
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Questions about SVL 234

What vehicle is registration SVL 234 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SVL 234 on a white petrol MG F first used on 6 Feb 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SVL 234 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SVL 234 is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on SVL 234?
The MOT on SVL 234 is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SVL 234 done?
SVL 234 was recorded at 80,123 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,759 miles a year.
Has SVL 234 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SVL 234 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on SVL 234 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 SVL 234 find?
SVL 234 passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides.

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