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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T318 BANMOT history

T318 BAN is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 101,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,616 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T318 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T318 BAN was last recorded at 101,616 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,431 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,185 miles
Average per year
2,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,616 miles
  • 2025 – 100,431 miles
  • 2024 – 99,203 miles
  • 2023 – 97,493 miles
  • 2022 – 95,933 miles
  • 2021 – 94,343 miles
  • 2020 – 92,293 miles
  • 2019 – 90,866 miles
  • 2018 – 88,817 miles
  • 2017 – 86,618 miles
  • 2016 – 84,208 miles
  • 2015 – 80,703 miles
  • 2014 – 76,750 miles
  • 2013 – 73,812 miles
  • 2012 – 69,651 miles
  • 2011 – 65,656 miles
  • 2010 – 62,108 miles
  • 2009 – 57,535 miles
  • 2008 – 53,222 miles
  • 2007 – 48,535 miles
  • 2006 – 42,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,616 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both split ends still clear screen (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight uneven wear inner edge
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low outer edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipe unions at t piece corroded, no leaks
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear connection point unions corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened moderate corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,616 miles (+1,185)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,616 miles
    Test number
    967641260669
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both split ends still clear screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight uneven wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe unions at t piece corroded, no leaks
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,431 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,431 miles
    Test number
    129098704790
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear connection point unions corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail100,430 miles (+1,227)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,430 miles
    Test number
    846572995069
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear connection point unions corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,203 miles (+1,710)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,203 miles
    Test number
    322770857771
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms starting to corrode (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm inner bush slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill lower edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake pipe unions corroded,no leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,493 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,493 miles
    Test number
    695463690860
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened moderate corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail97,493 miles (+1,560)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,493 miles
    Test number
    498282804340
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt also slight play noted (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened moderate corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass95,933 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,933 miles
    Test number
    275251341147
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides,slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both moderate corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroding

  8. Fail95,931 miles (+1,588)1 dangerous4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,931 miles
    Test number
    584056200196
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle dont increase at same rate (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases betwwen cat and silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides,slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both moderate corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroding

  9. Pass94,343 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,343 miles
    Test number
    889626717572
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers side at bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail94,343 miles (+2,050)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,343 miles
    Test number
    598888993995
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening insecure NSF subframe mounting bracket bolt not tightened up (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view drivers side at bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass92,293 miles (+1,427)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,293 miles
    Test number
    493312659774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking around outer edge,no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sub frames showing signs of corrosion,not weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass90,866 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,866 miles
    Test number
    863785699379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill excessively corroded but not within 30cm of a prescribed area yet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Fail90,859 miles (+2,042)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,859 miles
    Test number
    963895058054
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill excessively corroded but not within 30cm of a prescribed area yet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass88,817 miles (+2,199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,817 miles
    Test number
    416346642394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake not binding,tighter than normal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  15. Pass86,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,618 miles
    Test number
    349915680618
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  16. Fail86,618 miles (+2,410)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,618 miles
    Test number
    237397317453
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear,at rear ,as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake not binding,but tighter than normal
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass84,208 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,208 miles
    Test number
    410297661321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joints both sides (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail84,208 miles (+3,505)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,208 miles
    Test number
    777518494462
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened wishbone (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rose joints both sides (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass80,703 miles (+3,953)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,703 miles
    Test number
    769205985007
    • NoteNearside rear gearbox mounting supporting member is corrorded to excess

  20. Pass76,750 miles (+2,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,750 miles
    Test number
    267832494018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass73,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,812 miles
    Test number
    645100103161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail73,812 miles (+4,161)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,812 miles
    Test number
    638700003182
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    279813802428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,651 miles (+3,995)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    876383802135
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront to rear coolant pipes corroded and leaking

  25. Pass65,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,656 miles
    Test number
    328015191024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,656 miles (+3,548)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,656 miles
    Test number
    679984391044
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  27. Pass62,108 miles (+4,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,108 miles
    Test number
    312002200125
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass57,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,535 miles
    Test number
    664027909177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail57,535 miles (+4,313)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,535 miles
    Test number
    593547009150
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear suspension lower front arm outer bush

  30. Pass53,222 miles (+4,687)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    682947208138
    • NoteLight corrosion to all brake disks
    • NoteLight corrosion to front to rear brake pipes
    • NoteLight play in offside front upper ball joint

  31. Pass48,535 miles (+5,788)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,535 miles
    Test number
    972391307100
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  32. Pass42,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,747 miles
    Test number
    102995596044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T318 BAN

Does T318 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T318 BAN is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T318 BAN?
The MOT on T318 BAN is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T318 BAN done?
T318 BAN was recorded at 101,616 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,874 miles a year.
Has T318 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T318 BAN has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T318 BAN 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 T318 BAN find?
T318 BAN passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both split ends still clear screen; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses; nearside front tyre slight uneven wear inner edge, and 7 more.

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