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MG ZT-T

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 4,601 cc

T26 OVBMOT history

T26 OVB is a grey petrol MG ZT-T first used on 19 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 119,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,080 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 OVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZT-T
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,601 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 OVB was last recorded at 119,080 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,376 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,704 miles
Average per year
4,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,080 miles
  • 2025 – 116,376 miles
  • 2024 – 111,833 miles
  • 2023 – 108,978 miles
  • 2022 – 106,021 miles
  • 2021 – 104,215 miles
  • 2020 – 103,409 miles
  • 2019 – 101,985 miles
  • 2018 – 97,481 miles
  • 2017 – 97,405 miles
  • 2016 – 94,296 miles
  • 2015 – 94,296 miles
  • 2014 – 90,494 miles
  • 2013 – 87,668 miles
  • 2012 – 80,767 miles
  • 2011 – 72,814 miles
  • 2010 – 64,793 miles
  • 2009 – 52,111 miles
  • 2008 – 39,046 miles
  • 2007 – 26,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,080 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in grease / underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust clamp split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,080 miles (+2,704)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,080 miles
    Test number
    762694439772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass116,376 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,376 miles
    Test number
    899555710236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail116,375 miles (+4,542)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,375 miles
    Test number
    310938096506
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass111,833 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,833 miles
    Test number
    845262455504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,978 miles (+2,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,978 miles
    Test number
    819575569924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,021 miles (+1,806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,021 miles
    Test number
    805742378008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,215 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    951588457521
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in grease / underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp split

  8. Fail104,215 miles (+806)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,215 miles
    Test number
    350062392592
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated in grease / underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp split

  9. Pass103,409 miles (+1,424)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,409 miles
    Test number
    626419169167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,985 miles (+4,504)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,985 miles
    Test number
    865291417786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,481 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,481 miles
    Test number
    257478207875
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail97,460 miles (+55)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,460 miles
    Test number
    555304060617
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail97,405 miles (+3,109)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,405 miles
    Test number
    745392511850
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just passed test
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered

  14. Pass94,296 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    306856681597
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail94,296 miles (+3,802)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,296 miles
    Test number
    106448282940
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass90,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,494 miles
    Test number
    689557815064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,494 miles (+2,826)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,494 miles
    Test number
    436606454477
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass87,668 miles (+6,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,668 miles
    Test number
    259214153350
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass80,767 miles (+7,953)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    80,767 miles
    Test number
    919897192263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag fault light on
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  20. Pass72,814 miles (+8,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,814 miles
    Test number
    428045101418
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 3mm tread

  21. Pass64,793 miles (+12,682)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,793 miles
    Test number
    474488700471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,111 miles (+13,065)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,111 miles
    Test number
    753226699292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,046 miles (+12,228)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,046 miles
    Test number
    971240988226
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r tyre low on tread

  24. Pass26,818 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,818 miles
    Test number
    920564887249
    • NoteAdvise hand brake travel

Questions about T26 OVB

Does T26 OVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 OVB is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 OVB?
The MOT on T26 OVB is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 OVB done?
T26 OVB was recorded at 119,080 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 4,854 miles a year.
Has T26 OVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 OVB has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T26 OVB 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 T26 OVB find?
T26 OVB passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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