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Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T705 DCWMOT history

T705 DCW is a purple petrol MG MGF first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 86,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2023
Mileage
86,702 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T705 DCW
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T705 DCW was last recorded at 86,702 miles on 2 May 2024, 1,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,885 miles · 24 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,817 miles
Average per year
2,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 86,702 miles
  • 2022 – 84,885 miles
  • 2021 – 83,499 miles
  • 2020 – 82,314 miles
  • 2019 – 81,167 miles
  • 2018 – 78,702 miles
  • 2017 – 76,101 miles
  • 2016 – 75,103 miles
  • 2015 – 73,808 miles
  • 2014 – 72,302 miles
  • 2013 – 69,943 miles
  • 2012 – 67,365 miles
  • 2011 – 64,605 miles
  • 2010 – 62,934 miles
  • 2009 – 59,845 miles
  • 2008 – 56,424 miles
  • 2007 – 53,455 miles
  • 2006 – 49,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,702 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake clevis joint has restricted free movement Nearside and offside (1.1.15 (e))
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal Nearside and offside inner sill and offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Power steering slightly light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,702 miles (+1,817)1 dangerous8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,702 miles
    Test number
    759886991253
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake clevis joint has restricted free movement Nearside and offside (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal Nearside and offside inner sill and offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass84,885 miles (+42)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,885 miles
    Test number
    971326628448
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly light

  3. Fail84,843 miles (+1,344)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,843 miles
    Test number
    773376391981
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly light

  4. Pass83,499 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,499 miles
    Test number
    701468964689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,314 miles (+1,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,314 miles
    Test number
    857361183420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,167 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,167 miles
    Test number
    961767621070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,702 miles (+2,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,702 miles
    Test number
    372621035713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass76,101 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,101 miles
    Test number
    429032582520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread distortion.

  9. Fail76,074 miles (+971)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,074 miles
    Test number
    636965245985
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread distortion

  10. Pass75,103 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,103 miles
    Test number
    344618963600
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail75,103 miles (+1,295)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,103 miles
    Test number
    311244585388
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass73,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,808 miles
    Test number
    526713385170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,808 miles (+1,506)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,808 miles
    Test number
    877720485103
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  14. Pass72,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,302 miles
    Test number
    457061684106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,302 miles (+2,359)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,302 miles
    Test number
    976200074106
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass69,943 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,943 miles
    Test number
    747287773174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail69,939 miles (+2,574)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    228447673470
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass67,365 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,365 miles
    Test number
    316267972102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail67,363 miles (+6)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,363 miles
    Test number
    145634872105
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Fail67,357 miles (+2,752)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,357 miles
    Test number
    916191572131
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass64,605 miles (+1,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,605 miles
    Test number
    149800381149
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass62,934 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,934 miles
    Test number
    164386980133
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail62,928 miles (+3,083)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,928 miles
    Test number
    504606170199
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass59,845 miles (+3,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    324956379161
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass56,424 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,424 miles
    Test number
    642578778121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Fail56,416 miles (+2,961)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,416 miles
    Test number
    394467178153
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass53,455 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,455 miles
    Test number
    391128077147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,033 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,033 miles
    Test number
    182618926182
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T705 DCW

Does T705 DCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T705 DCW expired on 31 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T705 DCW?
The MOT on T705 DCW expired on 31 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T705 DCW done?
T705 DCW was recorded at 86,702 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2024, an average of 2,094 miles a year.
Has T705 DCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T705 DCW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T705 DCW 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 T705 DCW find?
T705 DCW failed its latest MOT on 2 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 8 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake clevis joint has restricted free movement nearside and offside; electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction, and 14 more.

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