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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T739 LAHMOT history

T739 LAH is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,711 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T739 LAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T739 LAH was last recorded at 78,711 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,361 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,350 miles
Average per year
1,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,711 miles
  • 2025 – 77,361 miles
  • 2024 – 75,994 miles
  • 2023 – 73,920 miles
  • 2022 – 72,582 miles
  • 2021 – 71,338 miles
  • 2020 – 70,580 miles
  • 2019 – 69,773 miles
  • 2018 – 68,895 miles
  • 2017 – 67,684 miles
  • 2016 – 66,013 miles
  • 2015 – 64,906 miles
  • 2014 – 63,546 miles
  • 2013 – 62,377 miles
  • 2012 – 60,221 miles
  • 2011 – 58,618 miles
  • 2010 – 57,539 miles
  • 2009 – 55,736 miles
  • 2008 – 52,458 miles
  • 2007 – 49,204 miles
  • 2006 – 42,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,711 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,711 miles (+1,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,711 miles
    Test number
    536040433679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass77,361 miles (+1,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    675798997090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass75,994 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,994 miles
    Test number
    591029638124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,920 miles (+1,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    73,920 miles
    Test number
    532128663318
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass72,582 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,582 miles
    Test number
    360303544163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail72,535 miles (+1,197)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    565717503591
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass71,338 miles (+758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,338 miles
    Test number
    704745086993
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded slightly. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak Small leak coming from radiator area

  8. Pass70,580 miles (+807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,580 miles
    Test number
    901646459372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass69,773 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,773 miles
    Test number
    242780961557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,895 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    777560798451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail68,890 miles (+1,206)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    899332170938
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,684 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,684 miles
    Test number
    453663404458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail67,664 miles (+1,651)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,664 miles
    Test number
    714007361421
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass66,013 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,013 miles
    Test number
    403805640505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,997 miles (+1,091)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,997 miles
    Test number
    252852343538
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCat internals loose

  16. Pass64,906 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,906 miles
    Test number
    998646034254
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded To rear at rear t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded At t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded At t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail64,887 miles (+1,341)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,887 miles
    Test number
    126233205804
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded To rear at rear t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded At t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded At t piece (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,546 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,546 miles
    Test number
    895917224238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,377 miles (+2,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,377 miles
    Test number
    575156343212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,221 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    367454832233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,618 miles (+1,079)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    58,618 miles
    Test number
    458952041237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,539 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,539 miles
    Test number
    564974040298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,736 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,736 miles
    Test number
    313070149404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,458 miles (+3,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,458 miles
    Test number
    743750728218
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass49,204 miles (+7,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    49,204 miles
    Test number
    271828347242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass42,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    304087386120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,195 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    800101086130
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T739 LAH

Does T739 LAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T739 LAH is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T739 LAH?
The MOT on T739 LAH is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T739 LAH done?
T739 LAH was recorded at 78,711 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,810 miles a year.
Has T739 LAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T739 LAH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T739 LAH 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 T739 LAH find?
T739 LAH passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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