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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T186 MGVMOT history

T186 MGV is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,000 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T186 MGV
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
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T186 MGV was last recorded at 114,000 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,571 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
429 miles
Average per year
2,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,000 miles
  • 2025 – 113,571 miles
  • 2024 – 113,268 miles
  • 2023 – 113,139 miles
  • 2022 – 112,898 miles
  • 2021 – 111,924 miles
  • 2020 – 111,151 miles
  • 2019 – 110,902 miles
  • 2018 – 110,626 miles
  • 2017 – 109,858 miles
  • 2016 – 109,375 miles
  • 2015 – 107,619 miles
  • 2012 – 101,625 miles
  • 2011 – 95,254 miles
  • 2010 – 88,966 miles
  • 2009 – 83,399 miles
  • 2008 – 76,731 miles
  • 2007 – 71,590 miles
  • 2006 – 65,572 miles
  • 2005 – 58,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,000 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly tight in full lockRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,000 miles (+429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,000 miles
    Test number
    915961769249
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly tight in full lock

  2. Pass113,571 miles (+303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    113,571 miles
    Test number
    200150915988
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly tight in full lock

  3. Pass113,268 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    113,268 miles
    Test number
    878732240487
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses slightly tight in full lock

  4. Pass113,139 miles (+241)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,139 miles
    Test number
    339360466897
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,898 miles (+974)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,898 miles
    Test number
    520336173455
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass111,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,924 miles
    Test number
    853827601343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,924 miles (+773)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,924 miles
    Test number
    264244128056
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass111,151 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,151 miles
    Test number
    435954755395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,902 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,902 miles
    Test number
    521906428353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,626 miles (+768)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,626 miles
    Test number
    629670798215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,858 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,858 miles
    Test number
    789449281295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,375 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,375 miles
    Test number
    346536132506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,619 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,619 miles
    Test number
    176167295138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,595 miles (+6)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,595 miles
    Test number
    568113175120
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail107,589 miles (+5,964)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,589 miles
    Test number
    438842465132
    • FailureBrake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass101,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,625 miles
    Test number
    856606402254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,625 miles (+6,371)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,625 miles
    Test number
    126085702258
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass95,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    868890701267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail95,254 miles (+6,288)3 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,254 miles
    Test number
    496509591134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass88,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,966 miles
    Test number
    220297310235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,966 miles (+5,567)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,966 miles
    Test number
    443769600292
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass83,399 miles (+6,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,399 miles
    Test number
    590431219255
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Fail76,731 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,731 miles
    Test number
    154923008213
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass76,731 miles (+5,141)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    76,731 miles
    Test number
    343703808222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass71,590 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,590 miles
    Test number
    891480227265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    65,572 miles
    Test number
    603516506246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail65,572 miles (+6,745)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,572 miles
    Test number
    963685406290
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Pass58,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    58,827 miles
    Test number
    590016505289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T186 MGV

Does T186 MGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T186 MGV is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T186 MGV?
The MOT on T186 MGV is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T186 MGV done?
T186 MGV was recorded at 114,000 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 2,619 miles a year.
Has T186 MGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T186 MGV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T186 MGV 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 T186 MGV find?
T186 MGV passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: both front brake flexi hoses slightly tight in full lock.

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