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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T959 SARMOT history

T959 SAR is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,478 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T959 SAR
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T959 SAR was last recorded at 81,478 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,478 miles · 21 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,478 miles
  • 2025 – 76,842 miles
  • 2023 – 70,801 miles
  • 2021 – 70,379 miles
  • 2020 – 66,556 miles
  • 2019 – 66,278 miles
  • 2018 – 64,003 miles
  • 2017 – 60,514 miles
  • 2016 – 55,977 miles
  • 2014 – 55,321 miles
  • 2011 – 54,246 miles
  • 2010 – 50,197 miles
  • 2009 – 47,191 miles
  • 2008 – 44,577 miles
  • 2007 – 38,515 miles
  • 2006 – 33,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,478 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,478 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,478 miles
    Test number
    163441434538
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail81,478 miles (+4,636)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,478 miles
    Test number
    947745402549
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed overheated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,842 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,842 miles
    Test number
    440269519358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,801 miles (+422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,801 miles
    Test number
    102838799496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass70,379 miles (+3,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,379 miles
    Test number
    178227393668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill starting to rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,556 miles (+278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,556 miles
    Test number
    630981829389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass66,278 miles (+2,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,278 miles
    Test number
    385049036725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNsr sill starting to rust

  8. Pass64,003 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,003 miles
    Test number
    615699247115
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail64,003 miles (+3,489)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,003 miles
    Test number
    662377343043
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass60,514 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,514 miles
    Test number
    938744076789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,977 miles
    Test number
    131548740861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail55,974 miles (+653)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,974 miles
    Test number
    707687385896
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAdvise may have fault on electric steering
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass55,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,321 miles
    Test number
    206951794180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail55,321 miles (+1,075)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,321 miles
    Test number
    619110394132
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass54,246 miles (+4,049)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,246 miles
    Test number
    278595181206
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake discs

  16. Pass50,197 miles (+3,006)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,197 miles
    Test number
    223735010203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,191 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,191 miles
    Test number
    222316179180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,577 miles (+6,062)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,577 miles
    Test number
    343053098122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,515 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,515 miles
    Test number
    423570387199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,564 miles
    Test number
    462089796126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T959 SAR

Does T959 SAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T959 SAR is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T959 SAR?
The MOT on T959 SAR is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T959 SAR done?
T959 SAR was recorded at 81,478 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 2,390 miles a year.
Has T959 SAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T959 SAR has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T959 SAR 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 T959 SAR find?
T959 SAR passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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