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MG MGF

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V56 ELKMOT history

V56 ELK is a white petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 32,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
32,940 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 ELK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 ELK was last recorded at 32,940 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
32,639 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,940 miles
  • 2025 – 32,639 miles
  • 2024 – 32,495 miles
  • 2023 – 32,485 miles
  • 2022 – 32,443 miles
  • 2021 – 32,312 miles
  • 2020 – 31,403 miles
  • 2019 – 30,875 miles
  • 2018 – 30,046 miles
  • 2017 – 29,390 miles
  • 2016 – 28,552 miles
  • 2015 – 27,566 miles
  • 2014 – 26,729 miles
  • 2013 – 25,649 miles
  • 2012 – 24,433 miles
  • 2011 – 21,440 miles
  • 2010 – 19,973 miles
  • 2009 – 18,717 miles
  • 2008 – 17,383 miles
  • 2007 – 16,600 miles
  • 2006 – 15,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,940 miles
  • 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 Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,940 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    32,940 miles
    Test number
    667922542360
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass32,639 miles (+144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    32,639 miles
    Test number
    923150110260
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s suspension low

  3. Pass32,495 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    32,495 miles
    Test number
    165442729314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass32,485 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    32,485 miles
    Test number
    134429360352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass32,443 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    472599357423
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirements

  6. Pass32,312 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,312 miles
    Test number
    231946118858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,403 miles (+528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,403 miles
    Test number
    883777714097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass30,875 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    30,875 miles
    Test number
    821530299797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,046 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    30,046 miles
    Test number
    825749309603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,390 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,390 miles
    Test number
    574015411538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,552 miles
    Test number
    405367052262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail28,552 miles (+986)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,552 miles
    Test number
    325858680700
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass27,566 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,566 miles
    Test number
    571223964973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,729 miles (+1,080)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,729 miles
    Test number
    348288854277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,649 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,649 miles
    Test number
    335599253215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,433 miles (+2,993)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,433 miles
    Test number
    387621162480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    21,440 miles
    Test number
    147277831211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,440 miles (+1,467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,440 miles
    Test number
    787337231218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass19,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,973 miles
    Test number
    372134660295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail19,971 miles (+1,254)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,971 miles
    Test number
    831204460204
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • 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 Side repeater 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass18,717 miles (+1,334)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,717 miles
    Test number
    453439359272
    • 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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Pass17,383 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,383 miles
    Test number
    300685458427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,600 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,600 miles
    Test number
    930277847229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,828 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    15,828 miles
    Test number
    562052166265
    • NoteParking brake lever cover is slightly loose
    • NoteRear view mirror is slightly loose at mounting point Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Questions about V56 ELK

Does V56 ELK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 ELK is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V56 ELK?
The MOT on V56 ELK is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 ELK done?
V56 ELK was recorded at 32,940 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 856 miles a year.
Has V56 ELK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 ELK has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on V56 ELK 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 V56 ELK find?
V56 ELK passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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