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MG MGF

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T898 TBVMOT history

T898 TBV is a purple petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2026
Mileage
82,184 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T898 TBV
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T898 TBV was last recorded at 82,184 miles on 6 May 2025, 618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,566 miles · 17 May 2024
Between the last two tests
618 miles
Average per year
1,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,184 miles
  • 2024 – 81,566 miles
  • 2023 – 81,447 miles
  • 2021 – 81,261 miles
  • 2020 – 81,076 miles
  • 2019 – 80,161 miles
  • 2018 – 78,405 miles
  • 2017 – 75,935 miles
  • 2016 – 74,544 miles
  • 2015 – 72,585 miles
  • 2014 – 70,264 miles
  • 2013 – 68,431 miles
  • 2012 – 66,048 miles
  • 2010 – 65,949 miles
  • 2009 – 61,605 miles
  • 2007 – 61,529 miles
  • 2006 – 60,595 miles
  • 2005 – 59,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,184 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,184 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,184 miles
    Test number
    171849338600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,566 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,566 miles
    Test number
    627530218215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,447 miles (+186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    624443870527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass81,261 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,261 miles
    Test number
    879332225405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,257 miles (+181)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,257 miles
    Test number
    838836291660
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

  6. Pass81,076 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,076 miles
    Test number
    776223203246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail81,076 miles (+915)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,076 miles
    Test number
    854807666150
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass80,161 miles (+1,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,161 miles
    Test number
    759862114285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,405 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    374864637116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,935 miles (+1,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,935 miles
    Test number
    389914311689
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Rear (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass74,544 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,544 miles
    Test number
    783973130346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,585 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,585 miles
    Test number
    516862645164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,264 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,264 miles
    Test number
    695054034174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,431 miles (+2,383)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,431 miles
    Test number
    717887713166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear susp. low

  15. Pass66,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,048 miles
    Test number
    235248812401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,047 miles (+98)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,047 miles
    Test number
    285568812474
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass65,949 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,949 miles
    Test number
    524867060279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,605 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,605 miles
    Test number
    781334379245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,529 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    360584307424
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSteering feels light recommend tracking check

  20. Pass61,529 miles (+934)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,529 miles
    Test number
    571504707222
    • NoteSteering feels light recommend tracking check

  21. Pass60,595 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    204171766152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on edge

  22. Fail60,595 miles (+907)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    571001666156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low on edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on edge

  23. Pass59,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    59,688 miles
    Test number
    202298035465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T898 TBV

Does T898 TBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T898 TBV expired on 16 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T898 TBV?
The MOT on T898 TBV expired on 16 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T898 TBV done?
T898 TBV was recorded at 82,184 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2025, an average of 1,127 miles a year.
Has T898 TBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T898 TBV has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T898 TBV 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 T898 TBV find?
T898 TBV passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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