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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T428 DCWMOT history

T428 DCW is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 69,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,061 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 DCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T428 DCW was last recorded at 69,061 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,049 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,061 miles
  • 2025 – 69,049 miles
  • 2016 – 63,595 miles
  • 2015 – 59,995 miles
  • 2014 – 56,650 miles
  • 2013 – 53,054 miles
  • 2012 – 49,636 miles
  • 2011 – 45,081 miles
  • 2010 – 40,978 miles
  • 2008 – 37,038 miles
  • 2007 – 32,712 miles
  • 2006 – 27,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,061 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,061 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,061 miles
    Test number
    415756807362
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail69,061 miles (+12)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,061 miles
    Test number
    864161112220
    • Repaired at testElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass69,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    904063692265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at t joint (1.1.11 (c))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    445964933313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,595 miles (+3,600)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,595 miles
    Test number
    413785688440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,995 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,995 miles
    Test number
    706497375130
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Fail59,986 miles (+3,336)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    285520075482
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass56,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    906214974163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,650 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    519944974130
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass56,650 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,650 miles
    Test number
    535124474135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,054 miles (+126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,054 miles
    Test number
    168712973169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Fail52,928 miles (+3,292)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,928 miles
    Test number
    985968463178
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass49,636 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,636 miles
    Test number
    536182052152
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail49,636 miles (+4,555)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,636 miles
    Test number
    786940152150
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass45,081 miles (+4,103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,081 miles
    Test number
    276471371444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,978 miles
    Test number
    803433210129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,978 miles (+3,940)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,978 miles
    Test number
    364613810110
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass37,038 miles (+4,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    990780298109
    • NoteNearside rear top ball joint slight play

  19. Pass32,712 miles (+5,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    761189797111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass27,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,483 miles
    Test number
    993276816290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T428 DCW

Does T428 DCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T428 DCW is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T428 DCW?
The MOT on T428 DCW is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T428 DCW done?
T428 DCW was recorded at 69,061 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 2,079 miles a year.
Has T428 DCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 DCW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T428 DCW 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 T428 DCW find?
T428 DCW passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front position lamp incorrect colour; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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