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Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

T16 LJLMOT history

T16 LJL is a grey petrol MG TF first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2025
Mileage
71,868 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 LJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T16 LJL was last recorded at 71,868 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 2,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,335 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,533 miles
Average per year
3,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,868 miles
  • 2024 – 69,335 miles
  • 2023 – 68,207 miles
  • 2022 – 64,076 miles
  • 2021 – 63,572 miles
  • 2020 – 62,302 miles
  • 2019 – 61,092 miles
  • 2018 – 59,354 miles
  • 2017 – 54,874 miles
  • 2016 – 52,042 miles
  • 2015 – 49,988 miles
  • 2014 – 44,362 miles
  • 2013 – 39,127 miles
  • 2012 – 32,299 miles
  • 2011 – 27,535 miles
  • 2010 – 21,816 miles
  • 2009 – 17,601 miles
  • 2008 – 15,435 miles
  • 2007 – 13,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,868 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Coolant leak Both coolant pipes corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs pitted and rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail71,868 miles (+2,533)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,868 miles
    Test number
    590906378830
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass69,335 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    152444353687
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Both coolant pipes corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs pitted and rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail69,313 miles (+1,106)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,313 miles
    Test number
    216334761986
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Engine light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working Stop light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Both coolant pipes corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs pitted and rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass68,207 miles (+17)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,207 miles
    Test number
    363334729525
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most rod/arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail68,190 miles (+49)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,190 miles
    Test number
    998360077423
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail68,141 miles (+4,065)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,141 miles
    Test number
    711150755053
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,076 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,076 miles
    Test number
    283502798213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,572 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,572 miles
    Test number
    436634499967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,567 miles (+1,265)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,567 miles
    Test number
    792738209629
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits High lambda reading (8.2.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass62,302 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,302 miles
    Test number
    354278490507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,092 miles (+1,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,092 miles
    Test number
    290010551863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,354 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    113767398955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,874 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,874 miles
    Test number
    221989558371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,042 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,042 miles
    Test number
    737228616684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,988 miles (+5,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,988 miles
    Test number
    147001115206
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass44,362 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,362 miles
    Test number
    998761714280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,127 miles (+6,828)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,127 miles
    Test number
    859654303296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,299 miles (+4,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,299 miles
    Test number
    296472892139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,535 miles
    Test number
    378699131474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,535 miles (+5,719)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,535 miles
    Test number
    889609031217
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass21,816 miles (+4,215)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    21,816 miles
    Test number
    400755160154
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront disc's pitted
    • NoteRear disc's pitted

  22. Pass17,601 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    17,601 miles
    Test number
    513506929181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,435 miles (+2,062)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,435 miles
    Test number
    250577728429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront tyres 185/55/15 rear tyres 205/50/15

  24. Pass13,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    13,373 miles
    Test number
    333163247185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T16 LJL

Does T16 LJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 LJL expired on 9 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 LJL?
The MOT on T16 LJL expired on 9 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 LJL done?
T16 LJL was recorded at 71,868 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 3,136 miles a year.
Has T16 LJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 LJL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 LJL 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 T16 LJL find?
T16 LJL failed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; emissions unable to be completed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 12 more.

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