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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V27 MGFMOT history

V27 MGF is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
93,258 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V27 MGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V27 MGF was last recorded at 93,258 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,011 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
247 miles
Average per year
2,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,258 miles
  • 2024 – 93,011 miles
  • 2023 – 90,867 miles
  • 2021 – 88,114 miles
  • 2020 – 86,673 miles
  • 2019 – 83,503 miles
  • 2018 – 79,750 miles
  • 2016 – 79,029 miles
  • 2015 – 75,795 miles
  • 2014 – 72,132 miles
  • 2013 – 68,196 miles
  • 2012 – 65,076 miles
  • 2011 – 61,666 miles
  • 2010 – 57,036 miles
  • 2009 – 53,432 miles
  • 2008 – 49,531 miles
  • 2007 – 45,527 miles
  • 2006 – 41,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,258 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front excessive movement in door hinge but still functions as intended
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear road wheel a different wheel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,258 miles (+247)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,258 miles
    Test number
    651607801998
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front excessive movement in door hinge but still functions as intended
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass93,011 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,011 miles
    Test number
    489048979781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,867 miles (+2,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,867 miles
    Test number
    151405635352
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear window has been repaired

  4. Pass88,114 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,114 miles
    Test number
    547782302912
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear road wheel a different wheel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail88,114 miles (+1,441)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,114 miles
    Test number
    693447127702
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear road wheel a different wheel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,673 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    634109778100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,671 miles (+3,168)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,671 miles
    Test number
    890287527628
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Bulb (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,503 miles (+88)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,503 miles
    Test number
    380399011084
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  9. Fail83,415 miles (+3,665)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,415 miles
    Test number
    833913970364
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  10. Pass79,750 miles (+721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,750 miles
    Test number
    571522071844
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass79,029 miles (+3,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,029 miles
    Test number
    193597670618
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass75,795 miles (+70)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,795 miles
    Test number
    117494745442
    • NoteCataylist rattling
    • NoteOffside rear lower arm tread damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust strap broken but not insecure at present

  13. Fail75,725 miles (+3,593)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,725 miles
    Test number
    838776635089
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCataylist rattling
    • NoteOffside rear lower arm tread damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust strap broken but not insecure at present

  14. Pass72,132 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,132 miles
    Test number
    525814834082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,090 miles (+3,894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,090 miles
    Test number
    799481034043
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass68,196 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,196 miles
    Test number
    735775523073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre valve perished but not to excess at present

  17. Fail68,192 miles (+3,116)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,192 miles
    Test number
    548014123040
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s headlamp pattern faded but not quite to excess at present
    • NoteO/s/r tyre valve perished but not to excess at present

  18. Pass65,076 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,076 miles
    Test number
    187804932015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,666 miles
    Test number
    709379031012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,666 miles (+4,630)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,666 miles
    Test number
    756509731090
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass57,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,036 miles
    Test number
    273569520001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,033 miles (+3,601)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,033 miles
    Test number
    983809920020
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass53,432 miles (+3,901)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    133550339011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass49,531 miles (+4,004)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,531 miles
    Test number
    292212138051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,527 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,527 miles
    Test number
    600783037004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,512 miles (+4,455)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,512 miles
    Test number
    144522437084
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass41,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,057 miles
    Test number
    771373536077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V27 MGF

Does V27 MGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V27 MGF expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V27 MGF?
The MOT on V27 MGF expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V27 MGF done?
V27 MGF was recorded at 93,258 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 2,725 miles a year.
Has V27 MGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V27 MGF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V27 MGF 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 V27 MGF find?
V27 MGF failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 10 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; nearside rear shock absorbers insecurely attached, and 12 more.

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