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Daimler Super V8

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,996 cc

T494 MGBMOT history

T494 MGB is a blue petrol Daimler Super V8 first used on 23 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 37,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
37,005 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 MGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Daimler
Model
Super V8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 MGB was last recorded at 37,005 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,994 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,005 miles
  • 2025 – 36,925 miles
  • 2018 – 36,922 miles
  • 2017 – 36,915 miles
  • 2016 – 33,219 miles
  • 2015 – 30,941 miles
  • 2014 – 29,305 miles
  • 2013 – 26,722 miles
  • 2012 – 24,344 miles
  • 2011 – 21,158 miles
  • 2010 – 21,147 miles
  • 2009 – 17,539 miles
  • 2008 – 14,610 miles
  • 2007 – 11,801 miles
  • 2006 – 10,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,005 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,005 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    181988514333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail36,994 miles (+69)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,994 miles
    Test number
    970270267251
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass36,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    36,925 miles
    Test number
    856744790840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail36,925 miles (+3)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,925 miles
    Test number
    525400246013
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass36,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    567406807629
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail36,922 miles (+7)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,922 miles
    Test number
    671037547561
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass36,915 miles (+3,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,915 miles
    Test number
    458511004804
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect front or rear brake pads

  8. Pass33,219 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    841876521668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,941 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,941 miles
    Test number
    785712805236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  10. Fail30,908 miles (+1,603)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,908 miles
    Test number
    189404295147
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  11. Pass29,305 miles (+2,583)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,305 miles
    Test number
    286503414272
    • NoteOSF Tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass26,722 miles (+2,378)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,722 miles
    Test number
    958211593148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre wering on inner edge and slightly perished

  13. Pass24,344 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,344 miles
    Test number
    635142352005
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteGearbox has a slight oil leak

  14. Fail24,344 miles (+3,186)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,344 miles
    Test number
    717932352069
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteGearbox has a slight oil leak

  15. Pass21,158 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,158 miles
    Test number
    159579141019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,147 miles (+3,608)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,147 miles
    Test number
    340686580253
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front very badly cracked and worn on inner edge

  17. Pass17,539 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,539 miles
    Test number
    801285319249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,610 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,610 miles
    Test number
    380722338411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,801 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,801 miles
    Test number
    832708857183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,181 miles
    Test number
    391581436044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T494 MGB

Does T494 MGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T494 MGB is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T494 MGB?
The MOT on T494 MGB is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T494 MGB done?
T494 MGB was recorded at 37,005 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 1,318 miles a year.
Has T494 MGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 MGB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T494 MGB 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 T494 MGB find?
T494 MGB passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam.

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