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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T573 RGEMOT history

T573 RGE is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 51,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
51,684 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T573 RGE
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 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T573 RGE was last recorded at 51,684 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,517 miles · 18 May 2022
Between the last two tests
167 miles
Average per year
1,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,684 miles
  • 2022 – 51,517 miles
  • 2021 – 51,235 miles
  • 2020 – 51,216 miles
  • 2019 – 51,088 miles
  • 2018 – 50,666 miles
  • 2012 – 50,563 miles
  • 2011 – 48,390 miles
  • 2009 – 47,318 miles
  • 2008 – 37,945 miles
  • 2007 – 35,303 miles
  • 2006 – 32,414 miles
  • 2005 – 28,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,684 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    51,684 miles
    Test number
    819230166336
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail51,684 miles (+167)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,684 miles
    Test number
    173933617947
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass51,517 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,517 miles
    Test number
    496149558768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,235 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,235 miles
    Test number
    156992541235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,216 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    51,216 miles
    Test number
    564213224995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass51,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    51,088 miles
    Test number
    163277858469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail51,077 miles (+411)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,077 miles
    Test number
    799354759824
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass50,666 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,666 miles
    Test number
    512979645446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail50,656 miles (+93)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,656 miles
    Test number
    342125313130
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake imbalance close to limits , front and rear , 23% front , 22% rear

  10. Fail50,563 miles (+2,173)5 failures11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,563 miles
    Test number
    908538652235
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass48,390 miles (+1,072)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,390 miles
    Test number
    545516301040
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WALLS CRACKED

  12. Pass47,318 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,318 miles
    Test number
    304401529347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,310 miles (+9,365)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    600181309376
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteVehicle overheated on emmisions test

  14. Pass37,945 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,945 miles
    Test number
    320656948249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,944 miles (+2,641)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,944 miles
    Test number
    664362648201
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass35,303 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,303 miles
    Test number
    384925857234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,414 miles (+31)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,414 miles
    Test number
    933244336315
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteParking brake effort just on required limit

  18. Fail32,383 miles (+4,053)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,383 miles
    Test number
    224631336332
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass28,330 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    28,330 miles
    Test number
    600905935379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteParking brake effort just on required limit

Questions about T573 RGE

Does T573 RGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T573 RGE is valid until 22 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T573 RGE?
The MOT on T573 RGE is valid until 22 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T573 RGE done?
T573 RGE was recorded at 51,684 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 1,174 miles a year.
Has T573 RGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T573 RGE has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T573 RGE 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 T573 RGE find?
T573 RGE passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed drivers.

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