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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V38 EGKMOT history

V38 EGK is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 109,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2026
Mileage
109,812 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 EGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 EGK was last recorded at 109,812 miles on 4 Mar 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,811 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,812 miles
  • 2024 – 106,486 miles
  • 2023 – 102,864 miles
  • 2022 – 98,721 miles
  • 2021 – 92,314 miles
  • 2020 – 89,384 miles
  • 2019 – 84,109 miles
  • 2018 – 78,851 miles
  • 2016 – 73,759 miles
  • 2015 – 73,371 miles
  • 2014 – 72,672 miles
  • 2013 – 72,013 miles
  • 2012 – 71,003 miles
  • 2011 – 68,928 miles
  • 2010 – 67,489 miles
  • 2009 – 65,619 miles
  • 2008 – 62,893 miles
  • 2007 – 60,450 miles
  • 2006 – 55,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,812 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,812 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,812 miles
    Test number
    687254271051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail109,812 miles (+1)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,812 miles
    Test number
    291385954862
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail109,811 miles (+3,325)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,811 miles
    Test number
    653639433897
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed not tested due to no coms on eobd and no access to battery for emissions tester (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront battery not checked for security as bonnet will not open
    • AdvisoryFront could not check for corrosion on top of suspension and braking components due to bonnet not opening
    • AdvisoryFront servo and brake master cylinder not tested as bonnet will not open
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass106,486 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,486 miles
    Test number
    777197425302
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Fail106,485 miles (+3,621)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,485 miles
    Test number
    927738329293
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Pass102,864 miles (+4,143)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,864 miles
    Test number
    689213480153
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass98,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,721 miles
    Test number
    833660530006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Fail98,721 miles (+6,407)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,721 miles
    Test number
    511615653016
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Pass92,314 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    92,314 miles
    Test number
    203339492201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,384 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,384 miles
    Test number
    985639288565
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
  11. Fail89,375 miles (+5,266)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,375 miles
    Test number
    516500133675
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
  12. Pass84,109 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,109 miles
    Test number
    735468014752
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail84,097 miles (+41)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,097 miles
    Test number
    488115264089
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail84,056 miles (+5,205)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,056 miles
    Test number
    447060140671
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  15. Pass78,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,851 miles
    Test number
    390188758184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge.
  16. Fail78,851 miles (+5,092)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,851 miles
    Test number
    302613973714
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working center. (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge.
  17. Pass73,759 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,759 miles
    Test number
    599385689550
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  18. Fail73,744 miles (+373)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,744 miles
    Test number
    340656149299
    • FailureFront Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front too rear pipe,& T piece union (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 17%,it needs adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryService brake recorded 51%,rear brakes need adjustment or repair.
  19. Pass73,371 miles (+699)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,371 miles
    Test number
    971656181499
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (1.7.5a)
  20. Pass72,672 miles (+659)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,672 miles
    Test number
    157265714316
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder.
  21. Pass72,013 miles (+1,010)10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,013 miles
    Test number
    236603403380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip pad slightly worn.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/S Washer not working.
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass71,003 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    71,003 miles
    Test number
    159113712367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,994 miles (+2,066)5 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,994 miles
    Test number
    546372412330
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureRear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Fail68,928 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,928 miles
    Test number
    359985411342
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  25. Pass68,928 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,928 miles
    Test number
    638705111350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,489 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,489 miles
    Test number
    243054010328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,472 miles (+1,853)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,472 miles
    Test number
    924010210375
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  28. Pass65,619 miles (+2,726)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,619 miles
    Test number
    542345189214
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass62,893 miles (+2,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    62,893 miles
    Test number
    731949388242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  30. Pass60,450 miles (+4,567)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    60,450 miles
    Test number
    130986587270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass55,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,883 miles
    Test number
    244866376215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V38 EGK

Does V38 EGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 EGK expired on 8 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 EGK?
The MOT on V38 EGK expired on 8 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 EGK done?
V38 EGK was recorded at 109,812 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2025, an average of 2,928 miles a year.
Has V38 EGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 EGK has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V38 EGK 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 V38 EGK find?
V38 EGK passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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