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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T657 MHKMOT history

T657 MHK is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 83,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
83,434 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T657 MHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T657 MHK was last recorded at 83,434 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,997 miles · 4 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
437 miles
Average per year
1,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,434 miles
  • 2024 – 82,997 miles
  • 2023 – 82,251 miles
  • 2022 – 81,759 miles
  • 2021 – 81,158 miles
  • 2020 – 80,344 miles
  • 2019 – 79,717 miles
  • 2018 – 78,631 miles
  • 2017 – 77,806 miles
  • 2016 – 76,625 miles
  • 2015 – 76,130 miles
  • 2014 – 75,656 miles
  • 2013 – 73,783 miles
  • 2012 – 72,557 miles
  • 2011 – 70,454 miles
  • 2010 – 67,560 miles
  • 2009 – 66,704 miles
  • 2008 – 63,789 miles
  • 2007 – 56,641 miles
  • 2006 – 48,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,434 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image faint

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,434 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,434 miles
    Test number
    536373313019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,997 miles (+746)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,997 miles
    Test number
    197956856695
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass82,251 miles (+492)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,251 miles
    Test number
    997865696047
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass81,759 miles (+2)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    81,759 miles
    Test number
    433292638763
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image faint (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level light has 2 bulbs out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,757 miles (+599)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,757 miles
    Test number
    578669025901
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image faint (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level light has 2 bulbs out (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,158 miles (+814)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,158 miles
    Test number
    819114424761
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image faint (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to various subframe areas

  7. Pass80,344 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,344 miles
    Test number
    430353207234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front dipped beam dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail80,343 miles (+626)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,343 miles
    Test number
    234331565589
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected offside of vehicle has dropped (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front dipped beam dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,717 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    79,717 miles
    Test number
    327165903318
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern feint (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater lens slightly clouded

  10. Fail79,716 miles (+1,085)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,716 miles
    Test number
    910892757925
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorEmissions not tested car overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective beam image feint (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured lens clouded (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass78,631 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,631 miles
    Test number
    363931155378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,622 miles (+816)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,622 miles
    Test number
    287961751750
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass77,806 miles (+69)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    364009130730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside beam image getting feint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension sub frame slightly corroded on offside

  14. Fail77,737 miles (+1,112)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,737 miles
    Test number
    921226478243
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside beam image getting feint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension sub frame slightly corroded on offside

  15. Pass76,625 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,625 miles
    Test number
    590190117269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,507 miles (+377)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,507 miles
    Test number
    676953116259
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass76,130 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,130 miles
    Test number
    159277975112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,120 miles (+464)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,120 miles
    Test number
    185156375108
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/S/F SUSPENTION GATOR IS COVERED IN GREASE
    • NoteSteering light is on

  19. Pass75,656 miles (+65)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,656 miles
    Test number
    168296474139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail75,591 miles (+1,808)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,591 miles
    Test number
    529282874166
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass73,783 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,783 miles
    Test number
    619306833148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,557 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,557 miles
    Test number
    437224362122
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFelt trim insecure under o/s/r wheel arch
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r lower track control arms inner bushs are slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNail in o/sr tyre tread

  23. Fail72,557 miles (+2,103)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,557 miles
    Test number
    889431362118
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFelt trim insecure under o/s/r wheel arch
    • NoteNail in o/sr tyre tread

  24. Pass70,454 miles (+2,894)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,454 miles
    Test number
    247548131157
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass67,560 miles (+856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,560 miles
    Test number
    551595350169
    • Note1/ weak beam patterns 2/damp around front suspension units

  26. Pass66,704 miles (+2,915)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,704 miles
    Test number
    992189519164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass63,789 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    172092148174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Fail63,789 miles (+7,148)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    260222048198
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass56,641 miles (+7,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,641 miles
    Test number
    544208627147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  30. Pass48,925 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,925 miles
    Test number
    294554526103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail48,881 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    811723226156
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T657 MHK

Does T657 MHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T657 MHK expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T657 MHK?
The MOT on T657 MHK expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T657 MHK done?
T657 MHK was recorded at 83,434 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 1,825 miles a year.
Has T657 MHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T657 MHK has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T657 MHK 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 T657 MHK find?
T657 MHK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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