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MG MGF

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V51 VNVMOT history

V51 VNV is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 14 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 49,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
49,460 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V51 VNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V51 VNV was last recorded at 49,460 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 4,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,237 miles · 9 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,223 miles
Average per year
1,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,460 miles
  • 2024 – 45,237 miles
  • 2023 – 45,205 miles
  • 2022 – 45,046 miles
  • 2021 – 44,502 miles
  • 2020 – 44,187 miles
  • 2019 – 43,806 miles
  • 2018 – 43,338 miles
  • 2017 – 43,105 miles
  • 2016 – 41,734 miles
  • 2015 – 40,736 miles
  • 2014 – 39,463 miles
  • 2013 – 38,813 miles
  • 2012 – 37,770 miles
  • 2011 – 34,096 miles
  • 2010 – 30,903 miles
  • 2008 – 29,254 miles
  • 2007 – 28,328 miles
  • 2006 – 26,302 miles
  • 2005 – 24,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,460 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp inop
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Corrosion to sills

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,460 miles (+4,223)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    49,460 miles
    Test number
    933743328765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front foglamp inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass45,237 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    45,237 miles
    Test number
    468550153045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass45,205 miles (+159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    45,205 miles
    Test number
    292809997892
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body,subframes and suspension components

  4. Pass45,046 miles (+544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    45,046 miles
    Test number
    767348958814
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body, chassis and suspension components

  5. Pass44,502 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,502 miles
    Test number
    444051361499
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail44,445 miles (+258)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,445 miles
    Test number
    969367000686
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass44,187 miles (+381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    44,187 miles
    Test number
    206543143307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

  8. Pass43,806 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,806 miles
    Test number
    631184391547
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail43,805 miles (+467)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,805 miles
    Test number
    768344758105
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,338 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    43,338 miles
    Test number
    624282399553
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail43,338 miles (+233)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,338 miles
    Test number
    158944617526
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint top arm outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass43,105 miles (+1,371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,105 miles
    Test number
    145205423871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass41,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    41,734 miles
    Test number
    209107640843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,734 miles (+998)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,734 miles
    Test number
    639829742859
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  15. Pass40,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,736 miles
    Test number
    286058145014
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail40,736 miles (+1,273)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,736 miles
    Test number
    359337445049
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass39,463 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,463 miles
    Test number
    508529224036
    • NoteFront & rear suspension low
    • NoteFront brake balance
    • NoteMost metal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteOffside & nearside front lower wish bones corroding
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit
    • NoteScratches to screen
    • NoteSlight play to offside & nearside rear upper ball joints

  18. Fail39,463 miles (+650)3 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,463 miles
    Test number
    666268424059
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront & rear suspension low
    • NoteFront brake balance
    • NoteMost metal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteOffside & nearside front lower wish bones corroding
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit
    • NoteScratches to screen
    • NoteSlight play to offside & nearside rear upper ball joints

  19. Pass38,813 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,813 miles
    Test number
    388012653095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,770 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,770 miles
    Test number
    528403952013
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRad poor con

  21. Fail37,767 miles (+3,671)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,767 miles
    Test number
    198911152032
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRad poor con

  22. Pass34,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,096 miles
    Test number
    388689741055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,096 miles (+3,193)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,096 miles
    Test number
    807628941092
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass30,903 miles (+1,649)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,903 miles
    Test number
    113103750049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteDamage cut to offside rear tyre sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing at inner edge of tread

  25. Fail29,254 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,254 miles
    Test number
    433455048435
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  26. Pass29,254 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,254 miles
    Test number
    442325648352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,328 miles (+2,026)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,328 miles
    Test number
    594236417359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,302 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,302 miles
    Test number
    651573716377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,077 miles
    Test number
    424937205459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V51 VNV

Does V51 VNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V51 VNV is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V51 VNV?
The MOT on V51 VNV is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V51 VNV done?
V51 VNV was recorded at 49,460 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 1,217 miles a year.
Has V51 VNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V51 VNV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on V51 VNV 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 V51 VNV find?
V51 VNV passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill; nearside rear upper suspension component ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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