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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T85 EPPMOT history

T85 EPP is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 59,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2024
Mileage
59,429 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 EPP
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 EPP was last recorded at 59,429 miles on 25 Nov 2023, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jun 2013: 39,382 miles, lower than 110,235 miles on 11 Jun 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
57,862 miles · 8 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 59,429 miles
  • 2022 – 57,862 miles
  • 2021 – 56,039 miles
  • 2020 – 55,733 miles
  • 2019 – 54,387 miles
  • 2018 – 53,538 miles
  • 2017 – 52,318 miles
  • 2016 – 50,545 miles
  • 2015 – 48,033 miles
  • 2014 – 43,627 miles
  • 2013 – 39,382 miles
  • 2012 – 110,235 miles
  • 2011 – 109,708 miles
  • 2010 – 109,051 miles
  • 2009 – 108,363 miles
  • 2008 – 107,905 miles
  • 2007 – 106,460 miles
  • 2006 – 100,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,429 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,429 miles (+1,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    59,429 miles
    Test number
    226261670323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass57,862 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    57,862 miles
    Test number
    735230999368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,039 miles (+306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,039 miles
    Test number
    663626571600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass55,733 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,733 miles
    Test number
    384171777559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail55,732 miles (+1,345)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,732 miles
    Test number
    302360133364
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass54,387 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    850235452529
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail54,387 miles (+849)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    955142253576
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass53,538 miles (+1,220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,538 miles
    Test number
    641534170335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass52,318 miles (+1,773)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,318 miles
    Test number
    396726527829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  10. Pass50,545 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    50,545 miles
    Test number
    306978549520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

  11. Fail50,538 miles (+2,505)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,538 miles
    Test number
    975921863712
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

  12. Pass48,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,033 miles
    Test number
    545519148589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,033 miles (+4,406)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,033 miles
    Test number
    684026003669
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill panel (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass43,627 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    839671014267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

  15. Fail43,626 miles (+4,244)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,626 miles
    Test number
    155920614270
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

  16. Pass39,382 miles (-70,853)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    755007253118
    • NoteAdvise on n/s/r wheel bearing noisey

  17. Pass110,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    110,235 miles
    Test number
    246253062415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail110,234 miles (+526)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,234 miles
    Test number
    536873962126
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,708 miles (+657)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    109,708 miles
    Test number
    989215061188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass109,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    109,051 miles
    Test number
    441374870198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail109,051 miles (+688)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,051 miles
    Test number
    773593570185
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteADVISE ON O/S TRACK ROD END SLIGHT PLAY

  22. Pass108,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    108,363 miles
    Test number
    214291309223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail108,363 miles (+458)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,363 miles
    Test number
    250511009214
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  24. Pass107,905 miles (+1,445)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    107,905 miles
    Test number
    503922918236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass106,460 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    106,460 miles
    Test number
    783826057226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass100,364 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    100,364 miles
    Test number
    550551126259
    • NoteDifficult to open bonnet

  27. Fail100,364 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,364 miles
    Test number
    663591226206
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteDifficult to open bonnet

Questions about T85 EPP

Does T85 EPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T85 EPP expired on 24 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T85 EPP?
The MOT on T85 EPP expired on 24 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T85 EPP done?
T85 EPP was recorded at 59,429 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2023.
Has T85 EPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 EPP has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T85 EPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T85 EPP find?
T85 EPP passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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