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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V38 MHKMOT history

V38 MHK is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2024
Mileage
71,887 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 MHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 MHK was last recorded at 71,887 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 4,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,843 miles · 21 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,044 miles
Average per year
2,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,887 miles
  • 2022 – 67,843 miles
  • 2021 – 62,876 miles
  • 2020 – 61,028 miles
  • 2019 – 56,807 miles
  • 2018 – 52,027 miles
  • 2017 – 48,360 miles
  • 2016 – 46,010 miles
  • 2015 – 43,910 miles
  • 2014 – 41,797 miles
  • 2013 – 39,430 miles
  • 2012 – 37,134 miles
  • 2011 – 34,960 miles
  • 2010 – 32,292 miles
  • 2009 – 30,023 miles
  • 2008 – 28,046 miles
  • 2007 – 26,472 miles
  • 2006 – 22,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,887 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Vehicle very rusty in Places

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,887 miles (+4,044)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,887 miles
    Test number
    793857720925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass67,843 miles (+4,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,843 miles
    Test number
    576880251381
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty in Places

  3. Pass62,876 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,876 miles
    Test number
    683465147110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty in places

  4. Fail62,874 miles (+1,846)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,874 miles
    Test number
    136371677805
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty in places

  5. Pass61,028 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,028 miles
    Test number
    495471663007
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty in places

  6. Fail61,028 miles (+4,221)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,028 miles
    Test number
    277385218564
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle very rusty in places

  7. Pass56,807 miles (+4,780)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,807 miles
    Test number
    642184712960
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle rusty in places

  8. Pass52,027 miles (+3,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,027 miles
    Test number
    209791781671
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass48,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    991748100043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,360 miles (+2,350)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    882190517458
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass46,010 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,010 miles
    Test number
    631471875354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,910 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,910 miles
    Test number
    185705375434
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass43,910 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,910 miles
    Test number
    345565075031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,797 miles (+2,367)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    155270084084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,430 miles (+2,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,430 miles
    Test number
    157167373420
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass37,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    178603972421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail37,134 miles (+2,174)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,134 miles
    Test number
    977693172087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass34,960 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    34,960 miles
    Test number
    417667971042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,292 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,292 miles
    Test number
    940756270097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,023 miles (+1,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,023 miles
    Test number
    323786179080
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass28,046 miles (+1,574)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,046 miles
    Test number
    890707578016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,472 miles (+3,620)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,472 miles
    Test number
    131509567483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,852 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    921951696062
    • 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)

Questions about V38 MHK

Does V38 MHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 MHK expired on 31 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 MHK?
The MOT on V38 MHK expired on 31 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 MHK done?
V38 MHK was recorded at 71,887 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 2,888 miles a year.
Has V38 MHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 MHK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on V38 MHK 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 MHK find?
V38 MHK passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills both sides; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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