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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T118 MABMOT history

T118 MAB is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2023
Mileage
64,176 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T118 MAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T118 MAB was last recorded at 64,176 miles on 15 Jul 2022, 457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,719 miles · 24 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
457 miles
Average per year
2,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 64,176 miles
  • 2021 – 63,719 miles
  • 2020 – 62,818 miles
  • 2019 – 61,991 miles
  • 2018 – 61,275 miles
  • 2017 – 61,264 miles
  • 2016 – 58,892 miles
  • 2015 – 58,742 miles
  • 2012 – 56,956 miles
  • 2011 – 48,736 miles
  • 2010 – 37,751 miles
  • 2009 – 26,717 miles
  • 2008 – 26,705 miles
  • 2006 – 26,415 miles
  • 2005 – 25,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,176 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front wipers do not work when washers operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,176 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,176 miles
    Test number
    710820446716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,719 miles (+901)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    388341233146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills and ends / floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills and sill ends / floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service and parking brake efforts low (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass62,818 miles (+827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    62,818 miles
    Test number
    304514397103
    • AdvisoryRear rear service and parking brake efforts low (service 52% parking 16%)

  4. Pass61,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    253452008025
    • AdvisoryFront wipers do not work when washers operated

  5. Fail61,991 miles (+716)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,991 miles
    Test number
    912357299034
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers do not work when washers operated

  6. Pass61,275 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,275 miles
    Test number
    649928149662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail61,273 miles (+9)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,273 miles
    Test number
    873215719845
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFRONT BODY WORK DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail61,264 miles (+2,372)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,264 miles
    Test number
    459972657336
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Sill Corroded

  9. Pass58,892 miles (+150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,892 miles
    Test number
    862145096489
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass58,742 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,742 miles
    Test number
    525001135176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail58,739 miles (+1,783)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,739 miles
    Test number
    986698225144
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass56,956 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,956 miles
    Test number
    139214892182
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly rusty

  13. Fail56,956 miles (+8,220)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,956 miles
    Test number
    706633792191
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureOffside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly rusty

  14. Pass48,736 miles (+224)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,736 miles
    Test number
    109329061234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSteel brake pipe to o/s/r coroded

  15. Fail48,512 miles (+10,761)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,512 miles
    Test number
    766502861283
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f lower ball joint boot split
    • NoteSteel brake pipe to o/s/r coroded

  16. Pass37,751 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,751 miles
    Test number
    172242970206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,739 miles (+11,022)7 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,739 miles
    Test number
    320515060448
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint rubber boot split.
    • NoteSlight coolant leak under floor joint

  18. Pass26,717 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,717 miles
    Test number
    531395379203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,705 miles (+290)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,705 miles
    Test number
    901355428272
    • NoteSuspension appears to be low

  20. Pass26,415 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,415 miles
    Test number
    374205106448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    25,926 miles
    Test number
    364544405450
    • 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)

Questions about T118 MAB

Does T118 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T118 MAB expired on 14 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T118 MAB?
The MOT on T118 MAB expired on 14 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T118 MAB done?
T118 MAB was recorded at 64,176 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2022, an average of 2,253 miles a year.
Has T118 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T118 MAB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T118 MAB 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 T118 MAB find?
T118 MAB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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