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Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T718 CERMOT history

T718 CER is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2022 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 131,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2022
Mileage
131,022 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2023
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T718 CER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T718 CER was last recorded at 131,022 miles on 2 Sept 2023, 1,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,244 miles · 25 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,778 miles
Average per year
3,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,022 miles
  • 2021 – 129,244 miles
  • 2020 – 127,735 miles
  • 2019 – 127,723 miles
  • 2018 – 127,717 miles
  • 2017 – 127,703 miles
  • 2016 – 124,279 miles
  • 2015 – 108,959 miles
  • 2014 – 86,380 miles
  • 2010 – 80,852 miles
  • 2007 – 78,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,022 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded due to vehicle standing
  • AdvisoryFront and rear crossmembers starting to corrode.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,022 miles (+1,778)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,022 miles
    Test number
    139725253470
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded due to vehicle standing
    • AdvisoryFront and rear crossmembers starting to corrode.

  2. Pass129,244 miles (+1,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    129,244 miles
    Test number
    469806869279
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to lower rear sills both sides

  3. Pass127,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,735 miles
    Test number
    588337318770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,729 miles (+6)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,729 miles
    Test number
    918373005341
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  5. Fail127,723 miles (+6)9 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,723 miles
    Test number
    589677456056
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Wipers park in drivers view (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass127,717 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,717 miles
    Test number
    303682963699
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass127,703 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,703 miles
    Test number
    977618770587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,279 miles (+15,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    124,279 miles
    Test number
    804499656001
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroding

  9. Pass108,959 miles (+22,579)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,959 miles
    Test number
    269187745445
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteOffside rear body corroding

  10. Pass86,380 miles (+5,528)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,380 miles
    Test number
    958570654184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wiper blades splitting
    • NoteOffside rear sill corroding

  11. Pass80,852 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,852 miles
    Test number
    373352780022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront to rear coolant pipes corroded
    • NoteFront to rear fuel pipe slighty corroded at rear

  12. Fail80,852 miles (+2,623)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,852 miles
    Test number
    603144570091
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • NoteFront to rear coolant pipes corroded
    • NoteFront to rear fuel pipe slighty corroded at rear

  13. Pass78,229 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,229 miles
    Test number
    330779837195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBad oil leak from engine
    • NoteFront to rear cooling pipes excessivly corroded and leaking
    • NoteRequires good service
    • NoteSuper charger kit been fitted

Questions about T718 CER

Does T718 CER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T718 CER expired on 25 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T718 CER?
The MOT on T718 CER expired on 25 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T718 CER done?
T718 CER was recorded at 131,022 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2023, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
Has T718 CER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T718 CER has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T718 CER 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 T718 CER find?
T718 CER failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2023 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 4 more.

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