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MG MGF

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T482 ELNMOT history

T482 ELN is a purple petrol MG MGF first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 124,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
124,011 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T482 ELN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T482 ELN was last recorded at 124,011 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,345 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
666 miles
Average per year
2,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,011 miles
  • 2025 – 123,345 miles
  • 2023 – 122,918 miles
  • 2022 – 121,135 miles
  • 2021 – 119,324 miles
  • 2020 – 110,312 miles
  • 2018 – 109,487 miles
  • 2017 – 108,796 miles
  • 2016 – 108,129 miles
  • 2015 – 107,317 miles
  • 2013 – 106,932 miles
  • 2012 – 102,461 miles
  • 2011 – 100,510 miles
  • 2010 – 98,384 miles
  • 2009 – 95,510 miles
  • 2008 – 91,724 miles
  • 2007 – 83,507 miles
  • 2006 – 70,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,011 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,011 miles (+666)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    124,011 miles
    Test number
    511936324293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass123,345 miles (+427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,345 miles
    Test number
    874107871502
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill slight corrosion

  3. Pass122,918 miles (+1,783)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,918 miles
    Test number
    951240176906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass121,135 miles (+1,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,135 miles
    Test number
    940890140412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,324 miles (+9,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,324 miles
    Test number
    276351802437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,312 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,312 miles
    Test number
    419690380105
    • AdvisoryExhaust repaired not replaced

  7. Fail110,308 miles (+821)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,308 miles
    Test number
    714636178841
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass109,487 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    109,487 miles
    Test number
    720895194542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,796 miles (+667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,796 miles
    Test number
    656396134810
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

  10. Pass108,129 miles (+812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,129 miles
    Test number
    174239143372
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

  11. Pass107,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    107,317 miles
    Test number
    206342265170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,317 miles (+385)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,317 miles
    Test number
    729892765108
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass106,932 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    106,932 miles
    Test number
    688141933290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,684 miles (+4,223)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,684 miles
    Test number
    426652123267
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass102,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    102,461 miles
    Test number
    756804832272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,461 miles (+1,951)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,461 miles
    Test number
    495064732222
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass100,510 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,510 miles
    Test number
    887765531237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,384 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    98,384 miles
    Test number
    422571520211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,372 miles (+2,862)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,372 miles
    Test number
    174328810239
    • DangerousFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass95,510 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,510 miles
    Test number
    103936109295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,452 miles (+3,728)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    393031209457
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass91,724 miles (+425)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    91,724 miles
    Test number
    990613708238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,299 miles (+7,792)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,299 miles
    Test number
    533544598176
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass83,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,507 miles
    Test number
    142767007264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,507 miles (+13,453)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,507 miles
    Test number
    110686707299
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

  26. Pass70,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,054 miles
    Test number
    212514846487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,054 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,054 miles
    Test number
    113002146181
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in nearside front trackrod end

Questions about T482 ELN

Does T482 ELN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T482 ELN is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T482 ELN?
The MOT on T482 ELN is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T482 ELN done?
T482 ELN was recorded at 124,011 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,738 miles a year.
Has T482 ELN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T482 ELN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T482 ELN 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 T482 ELN find?
T482 ELN passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear outer sill corroded, and 3 more.

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