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MG MGF

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T916 SETMOT history

T916 SET is a silver petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 63,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2026
Mileage
63,404 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T916 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T916 SET was last recorded at 63,404 miles on 8 Aug 2025, 1,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,200 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,204 miles
Average per year
1,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,404 miles
  • 2024 – 62,200 miles
  • 2023 – 61,093 miles
  • 2022 – 59,966 miles
  • 2021 – 57,700 miles
  • 2020 – 56,289 miles
  • 2019 – 54,488 miles
  • 2018 – 53,065 miles
  • 2017 – 51,440 miles
  • 2016 – 49,490 miles
  • 2014 – 49,487 miles
  • 2013 – 49,474 miles
  • 2012 – 49,472 miles
  • 2011 – 49,417 miles
  • 2010 – 48,520 miles
  • 2009 – 47,735 miles
  • 2007 – 43,146 miles
  • 2006 – 39,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,404 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • General corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,404 miles (+1,204)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    63,404 miles
    Test number
    164201884125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  2. Pass62,200 miles (+1,107)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    62,200 miles
    Test number
    288619753014
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREar subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass61,093 miles (+1,127)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    61,093 miles
    Test number
    535592686986
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop

  4. Pass59,966 miles (+2,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    59,966 miles
    Test number
    383315724330
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass57,700 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    383964827941
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  6. Fail57,700 miles (+1,411)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,700 miles
    Test number
    855740850206
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55-15 82V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55-15 82V (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,289 miles (+1,801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    56,289 miles
    Test number
    761411193182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  8. Pass54,488 miles (+1,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,488 miles
    Test number
    989557244777
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass53,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,065 miles
    Test number
    341721988012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,065 miles (+1,625)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,065 miles
    Test number
    468741775270
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass51,440 miles (+1,950)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,440 miles
    Test number
    271942703070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,490 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,490 miles
    Test number
    153603704463
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at front and rear subframes
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Fail49,490 miles (+3)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,490 miles
    Test number
    659256573253
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at front and rear subframes
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass49,487 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,487 miles
    Test number
    825913334291
    • NoteGENERAL CORROSION TO EXHAUST SYSTEM

  15. Pass49,474 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,474 miles
    Test number
    348592513297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteClutch pedal rubber missing

  16. Pass49,472 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,472 miles
    Test number
    609634592123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,417 miles (+897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,417 miles
    Test number
    847806091157
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass48,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,520 miles
    Test number
    191577820165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,520 miles (+785)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,520 miles
    Test number
    241697020478
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,735 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    103655529196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,146 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,146 miles
    Test number
    511227507163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,144 miles (+4,055)7 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,144 miles
    Test number
    500402407178
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFerrules on front flexi hoses slightly corroded
    • NoteHeavy corrosion on inner faces of front and rear discs
    • NoteHeavy corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • NoteTracking required
    • NoteWater leak from metal water pipes

  23. Pass39,089 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    612397916101
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail39,089 miles2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    750546716199
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T916 SET

Does T916 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T916 SET expired on 15 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T916 SET?
The MOT on T916 SET expired on 15 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T916 SET done?
T916 SET was recorded at 63,404 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2025, an average of 1,261 miles a year.
Has T916 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T916 SET has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T916 SET 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 T916 SET find?
T916 SET passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 3 more.

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