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MG MGF

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T72 LYDMOT history

T72 LYD is a white petrol MG MGF first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 67,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2025
Mileage
67,940 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 LYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 LYD was last recorded at 67,940 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 1,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,195 miles · 27 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,745 miles
Average per year
2,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 67,940 miles
  • 2023 – 66,195 miles
  • 2022 – 58,887 miles
  • 2021 – 58,333 miles
  • 2015 – 54,776 miles
  • 2014 – 52,386 miles
  • 2013 – 49,440 miles
  • 2011 – 45,110 miles
  • 2010 – 40,632 miles
  • 2009 – 34,742 miles
  • 2008 – 32,305 miles
  • 2007 – 28,850 miles
  • 2006 – 23,800 miles
  • 2005 – 19,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,940 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexy (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inne edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,940 miles (+1,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    67,940 miles
    Test number
    269461635082
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inne edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass66,195 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    66,195 miles
    Test number
    559333670504
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail66,172 miles (+72)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,172 miles
    Test number
    547581470683
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail66,100 miles (+42)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    482037790110
    • MajorCentral Rear Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail66,058 miles (+7,171)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,058 miles
    Test number
    733826949379
    • 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 Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass58,887 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    58,887 miles
    Test number
    222618999286
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail58,885 miles (+552)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,885 miles
    Test number
    552666885230
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (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 catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass58,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    944049107121
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail58,333 miles (+3,557)2 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    309007851223
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre over ten years old is fitted to a front axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (m))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking leaking from brake hose union (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper slightly wet / no leak detected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass54,776 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    455125479590
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Fail54,773 miles (+2,387)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,773 miles
    Test number
    333140012069
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass52,386 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,386 miles
    Test number
    697833954226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,385 miles (+2,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,385 miles
    Test number
    609732654277
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

  14. Pass49,440 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,440 miles
    Test number
    195135753227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail49,437 miles (+8)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    428354953294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail49,429 miles (+4,319)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    345796273150
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBrake servo has little or reduced assistance

  17. Pass45,110 miles (+4,478)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,110 miles
    Test number
    965688711320
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSuspention req's pumping up

  18. Pass40,632 miles (+5,890)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,632 miles
    Test number
    880679620385
    • NoteVarious Oil Leaks

  19. Fail34,742 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,742 miles
    Test number
    113798829370
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront brake disc near limit

  20. Pass34,742 miles (+2,437)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,742 miles
    Test number
    803638729303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront brake disc near limit

  21. Pass32,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,305 miles
    Test number
    172926528350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,305 miles (+3,455)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,305 miles
    Test number
    650006728378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass28,850 miles (+10)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,850 miles
    Test number
    410210737359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight screen damage

  24. Fail28,840 miles (+5,040)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,840 miles
    Test number
    141437927301
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight screen damage

  25. Pass23,800 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,800 miles
    Test number
    273664926337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,012 miles
    Test number
    672149725333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T72 LYD

Does T72 LYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T72 LYD expired on 29 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T72 LYD?
The MOT on T72 LYD expired on 29 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T72 LYD done?
T72 LYD was recorded at 67,940 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 2,620 miles a year.
Has T72 LYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 LYD has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T72 LYD 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 T72 LYD find?
T72 LYD passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexy; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inne edge, and 1 more.

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