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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T181 MFLMOT history

T181 MFL is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 116,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
116,792 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 MFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 MFL was last recorded at 116,792 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 5,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,258 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,534 miles
Average per year
4,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,792 miles
  • 2025 – 111,258 miles
  • 2024 – 104,855 miles
  • 2023 – 96,608 miles
  • 2022 – 87,446 miles
  • 2021 – 82,523 miles
  • 2020 – 82,105 miles
  • 2019 – 81,366 miles
  • 2018 – 80,883 miles
  • 2017 – 79,784 miles
  • 2016 – 78,909 miles
  • 2015 – 78,294 miles
  • 2014 – 77,515 miles
  • 2013 – 76,930 miles
  • 2011 – 75,862 miles
  • 2010 – 69,697 miles
  • 2009 – 52,106 miles
  • 2008 – 41,069 miles
  • 2007 – 35,727 miles
  • 2006 – 33,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,792 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,792 miles (+5,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    116,792 miles
    Test number
    107898492077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    111,258 miles
    Test number
    945276435544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,258 miles (+6,403)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,258 miles
    Test number
    115820682436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,855 miles (+208)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    104,855 miles
    Test number
    710161008068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail104,647 miles (+8,039)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,647 miles
    Test number
    396977484144
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,608 miles (+9,162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    96,608 miles
    Test number
    775876894038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNail in near side rear tyre

  7. Pass87,446 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    737553839093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail87,446 miles (+4,923)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    734972076562
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,523 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    950630844144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,105 miles (+739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,105 miles
    Test number
    114819401775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass81,366 miles (+483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    81,366 miles
    Test number
    253743255004
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass80,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,883 miles
    Test number
    265830205238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail80,883 miles (+1,099)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,883 miles
    Test number
    781694174469
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass79,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,784 miles
    Test number
    341655053697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,784 miles (+875)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,784 miles
    Test number
    826479235710
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass78,909 miles (+615)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    753196671623
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush +rear (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened +rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise parking brake adjustment
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded

  17. Pass78,294 miles (+779)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,294 miles
    Test number
    208167245157
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass77,515 miles12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,515 miles
    Test number
    245602144105
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise corrosion n/s+o/s sills
    • NoteAdvise exhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail77,515 miles (+585)2 failures12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,515 miles
    Test number
    209701944497
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise corrosion n/s+o/s sills
    • NoteAdvise exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass76,930 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,930 miles
    Test number
    966546233158
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise exhaust slightly deteriorated

  21. Fail76,930 miles (+1,068)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,930 miles
    Test number
    258045633448
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise exhaust slightly deteriorated

  22. Fail75,862 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,862 miles
    Test number
    458264261110
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  23. Pass75,862 miles (+6,165)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,862 miles
    Test number
    866124561179
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  24. Pass69,697 miles (+17,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,697 miles
    Test number
    442007740194
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass52,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    260817749464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,106 miles (+11,037)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    700737349145
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

  27. Pass41,069 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,069 miles
    Test number
    943034538184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,727 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,727 miles
    Test number
    204446937197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,636 miles
    Test number
    793288236156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T181 MFL

Does T181 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T181 MFL is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T181 MFL?
The MOT on T181 MFL is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T181 MFL done?
T181 MFL was recorded at 116,792 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 4,133 miles a year.
Has T181 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 MFL has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T181 MFL 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 T181 MFL find?
T181 MFL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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