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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

T26 MLCMOT history

T26 MLC is a grey petrol MG TF first used on 13 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2026
Mileage
55,018 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 MLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
TF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T26 MLC was last recorded at 55,018 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Sept 2008: 33,668 miles, lower than 558,272 miles on 15 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
53,606 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,412 miles
Average per year
1,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,018 miles
  • 2025 – 53,606 miles
  • 2024 – 53,463 miles
  • 2023 – 53,186 miles
  • 2022 – 52,715 miles
  • 2021 – 51,995 miles
  • 2020 – 50,904 miles
  • 2019 – 50,145 miles
  • 2018 – 49,311 miles
  • 2014 – 49,276 miles
  • 2012 – 47,701 miles
  • 2011 – 44,685 miles
  • 2010 – 42,080 miles
  • 2009 – 38,125 miles
  • 2008 – 33,668 miles
  • 2007 – 558,272 miles
  • 2006 – 25,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,018 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust on most components

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,018 miles (+1,412)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,018 miles
    Test number
    268481991040
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface rust on most components

  2. Pass53,606 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    53,606 miles
    Test number
    504481387147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass53,463 miles (+277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    53,463 miles
    Test number
    807240321360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass53,186 miles (+471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    53,186 miles
    Test number
    977501306804
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind wheel both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass52,715 miles (+720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    52,715 miles
    Test number
    649444385946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass51,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    965155174737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail51,993 miles (+1,089)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,993 miles
    Test number
    884622056643
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached chalked (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass50,904 miles (+759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,904 miles
    Test number
    739173443241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass50,145 miles (+834)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    50,145 miles
    Test number
    206603712618
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass49,311 miles (+35)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,311 miles
    Test number
    886861545036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre low on air
    • AdvisorySuspension and Steering components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion

  11. Pass49,276 miles (+1,575)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,276 miles
    Test number
    976151024074
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront & rear suspension components corroded slightly

  12. Pass47,701 miles (+3,016)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,701 miles
    Test number
    796362212390
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront & rear suspension components corroded slightly

  13. Pass44,685 miles (+2,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,685 miles
    Test number
    218236801328
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass42,080 miles (+3,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,080 miles
    Test number
    341643220263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass38,125 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,125 miles
    Test number
    324223539214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,110 miles (+4,442)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,110 miles
    Test number
    952502939231
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass33,668 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,668 miles
    Test number
    231269558223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen 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)

  18. Fail33,668 miles (-524,604)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,668 miles
    Test number
    110999458233
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen 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)

  19. Pass558,272 miles (+532,937)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    558,272 miles
    Test number
    323007227460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,335 miles
    Test number
    290722526225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 MLC

Does T26 MLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 MLC expired on 13 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 MLC?
The MOT on T26 MLC expired on 13 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 MLC done?
T26 MLC was recorded at 55,018 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 1,491 miles a year.
Has T26 MLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 MLC has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T26 MLC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T26 MLC find?
T26 MLC failed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: horn not working; offside rear stop lamp(s) not working; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 4 more.

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