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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T612 GKNMOT history

T612 GKN is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2018 and it has passed 11 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2018
Mileage
124,410 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
11 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T612 GKN
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2018
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T612 GKN was last recorded at 124,410 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,352 miles · 10 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
4,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,410 miles
  • 2019 – 124,352 miles
  • 2017 – 114,331 miles
  • 2016 – 100,704 miles
  • 2015 – 80,873 miles
  • 2014 – 66,487 miles
  • 2012 – 66,439 miles
  • 2011 – 66,404 miles
  • 2010 – 66,262 miles
  • 2009 – 66,149 miles
  • 2008 – 65,994 miles
  • 2007 – 57,169 miles
  • 2006 – 48,661 miles
  • 2005 – 47,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,410 miles
  • DangerousElectronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels to the extent that the steering is adversely affected (2.6 (b) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,410 miles (+58)1 dangerous19 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,410 miles
    Test number
    609111397742
    • DangerousElectronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels to the extent that the steering is adversely affected (2.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail124,352 miles (+10,021)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,352 miles
    Test number
    248210077087
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass114,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,331 miles
    Test number
    857798725446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Fail114,331 miles (+13,627)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,331 miles
    Test number
    254450902018
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass100,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,704 miles
    Test number
    549639721624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,704 miles (+19,831)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,704 miles
    Test number
    529620263502
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewalls (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewalls (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort handbrake (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  7. Pass80,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,873 miles
    Test number
    996800835015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,873 miles (+14,386)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,873 miles
    Test number
    988350935037
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass66,487 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,487 miles
    Test number
    808465744026
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail66,487 miles (+48)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,487 miles
    Test number
    867345344035
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass66,439 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,439 miles
    Test number
    249254752266
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail66,423 miles (+19)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,423 miles
    Test number
    986927442292
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass66,404 miles (+142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,404 miles
    Test number
    687804941232
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass66,262 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,262 miles
    Test number
    142242350267
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass66,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,149 miles
    Test number
    633207939297
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Fail66,149 miles (+155)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,149 miles
    Test number
    783207739266
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass65,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    383982758410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,994 miles (+8,825)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    202348648216
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass57,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,169 miles
    Test number
    681191617208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,169 miles (+8,508)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,169 miles
    Test number
    252925907283
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  21. Pass48,661 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,661 miles
    Test number
    411355286162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,906 miles1 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,906 miles
    Test number
    530229915347
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCorrosion in both front lower suspension arms and at both rear anchorages
    • NoteCorrosion in both rear brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion in rear brke junction
    • NoteMovement in both rear trailing arm bushes into lower arms

Questions about T612 GKN

Does T612 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T612 GKN expired on 16 May 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T612 GKN?
The MOT on T612 GKN expired on 16 May 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T612 GKN done?
T612 GKN was recorded at 124,410 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 4,047 miles a year.
Has T612 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T612 GKN has failed 11 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T612 GKN 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 T612 GKN find?
T612 GKN failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 19 major defects and 1 advisory: electronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels to the extent that the steering is adversely affected; electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 18 more.

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