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MG MGF

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T980 MFLMOT history

T980 MFL is a black petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 91,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
91,850 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2024
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T980 MFL
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T980 MFL was last recorded at 91,850 miles on 11 Apr 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2010: 69,808 miles, lower than 69,851 miles on 9 Aug 2010.

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
91,842 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,850 miles
  • 2023 – 91,731 miles
  • 2022 – 91,221 miles
  • 2021 – 91,041 miles
  • 2020 – 90,540 miles
  • 2019 – 90,235 miles
  • 2018 – 89,898 miles
  • 2017 – 89,320 miles
  • 2016 – 88,992 miles
  • 2015 – 88,135 miles
  • 2014 – 85,778 miles
  • 2013 – 82,517 miles
  • 2012 – 79,409 miles
  • 2010 – 69,808 miles
  • 2009 – 63,750 miles
  • 2008 – 56,183 miles
  • 2007 – 49,148 miles
  • 2006 – 39,505 miles
  • 2005 – 34,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,850 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

34 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,850 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,850 miles
    Test number
    499483823817
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail91,842 miles (+111)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,842 miles
    Test number
    404332791238
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass91,731 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    91,731 miles
    Test number
    277434820805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,720 miles (+499)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,720 miles
    Test number
    632709269310
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake minimum requiremant 16%

  5. Pass91,221 miles (+180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,221 miles
    Test number
    775429759982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass91,041 miles (+501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,041 miles
    Test number
    310770703644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass90,540 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    452729558878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail90,540 miles (+305)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    241900031842
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass90,235 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,235 miles
    Test number
    970048704166
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail90,235 miles (+337)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,235 miles
    Test number
    749968582389
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Chassis support section (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass89,898 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,898 miles
    Test number
    962357625689
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail89,898 miles (+578)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,898 miles
    Test number
    536946962781
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass89,320 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,320 miles
    Test number
    619168639001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread getting low

  14. Fail89,320 miles (+328)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,320 miles
    Test number
    625661428673
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread getting low

  15. Pass88,992 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,992 miles
    Test number
    860076056006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a slight cut in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded near brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a few cuts in inner side wall
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  16. Fail88,986 miles (+851)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,986 miles
    Test number
    585486091473
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a slight cut in outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded near brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a few cuts in inner side wall
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working

  17. Pass88,135 miles (+2,357)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,135 miles
    Test number
    686419615280
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMetal coolant pipe under car leaking

  18. Pass85,778 miles (+24)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,778 miles
    Test number
    319074314462
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Fail85,754 miles (+3,237)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,754 miles
    Test number
    735121614255
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass82,517 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,517 miles
    Test number
    245402313260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,483 miles (+3,074)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    345078203282
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass79,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,409 miles
    Test number
    437241022245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369390421234
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass69,808 miles (-43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,808 miles
    Test number
    661802620230
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail69,851 miles (+50)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    790281620207
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail69,801 miles (+6,051)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    722258210205
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass63,750 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,750 miles
    Test number
    151649919289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  28. Fail63,750 miles (+7,567)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,750 miles
    Test number
    600039019251
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass56,183 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    56,183 miles
    Test number
    201989218271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail56,161 miles (+7,013)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,161 miles
    Test number
    960484618233
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass49,148 miles (+9,643)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,148 miles
    Test number
    103085317220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass39,505 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,505 miles
    Test number
    403289706210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass34,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    34,120 miles
    Test number
    113300825276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail34,120 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,120 miles
    Test number
    564040925236
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about T980 MFL

Does T980 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T980 MFL expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T980 MFL?
The MOT on T980 MFL expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T980 MFL done?
T980 MFL was recorded at 91,850 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2024, an average of 3,091 miles a year.
Has T980 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T980 MFL has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T980 MFL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T980 MFL find?
T980 MFL passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 2 more.

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