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MG MGF

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V36 DLUMOT history

V36 DLU is a gold petrol MG MGF first used on 23 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
50,681 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 DLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 DLU was last recorded at 50,681 miles on 15 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,678 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,681 miles
  • 2024 – 49,555 miles
  • 2023 – 48,383 miles
  • 2022 – 47,083 miles
  • 2021 – 45,265 miles
  • 2015 – 35,326 miles
  • 2014 – 34,449 miles
  • 2012 – 33,744 miles
  • 2011 – 32,669 miles
  • 2010 – 31,457 miles
  • 2009 – 30,467 miles
  • 2008 – 29,242 miles
  • 2007 – 28,084 miles
  • 2006 – 27,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,681 miles
  • AdvisoryParkbrake borderline

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • All brake disc faces in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint, lower arm bush, and inner track rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,681 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    50,681 miles
    Test number
    694844512915
    • AdvisoryParkbrake borderline

  2. Fail50,678 miles (+1,123)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,678 miles
    Test number
    905036954944
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass49,555 miles (+1,172)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,555 miles
    Test number
    621625816551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Also slight play in track arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside rear low effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass48,383 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    741793019094
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc faces in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint, lower arm bush, and inner track rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, central, nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail48,383 miles (+1,300)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    482399289604
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective Light output seriously reduced, no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod has an unsafe modification Tie bar poly bush, rear washer orientation incorrect (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached Lower suspension arm, outer bush, bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached Track arm, inner joint, bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Light output reduced, beam pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc faces in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint, lower arm bush, and inner track rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension, slight free play in upper ball joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All, central, nearside, and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass47,083 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    47,083 miles
    Test number
    598032875942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail47,070 miles (+1,805)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,070 miles
    Test number
    425240785023
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Steering component deformed control arm (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass45,265 miles (+9,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    45,265 miles
    Test number
    553578351516
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass35,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,326 miles
    Test number
    359909345173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,326 miles (+877)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,326 miles
    Test number
    495659045197
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  11. Pass34,449 miles (+705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    535866304020
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass33,744 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,744 miles
    Test number
    217539752362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,669 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,669 miles
    Test number
    376183951373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,457 miles (+990)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,457 miles
    Test number
    451808140379
    • NoteRear number plate slightly disfigured

  15. Pass30,467 miles (+1,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,467 miles
    Test number
    412520959344
    • NoteRear number plate slightly disfigured

  16. Pass29,242 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,242 miles
    Test number
    971567558375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,084 miles (+928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,084 miles
    Test number
    641382657352
    • 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)

  18. Pass27,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,156 miles
    Test number
    371772556328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V36 DLU

Does V36 DLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 DLU is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V36 DLU?
The MOT on V36 DLU is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 DLU done?
V36 DLU was recorded at 50,681 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 1,212 miles a year.
Has V36 DLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 DLU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V36 DLU 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 V36 DLU find?
V36 DLU passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 advisory: parkbrake borderline.

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