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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V678 GTCMOT history

V678 GTC is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 23 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 48,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
48,140 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V678 GTC
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
23 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V678 GTC was last recorded at 48,140 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 3,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,129 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,011 miles
Average per year
1,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,140 miles
  • 2024 – 45,129 miles
  • 2023 – 44,908 miles
  • 2022 – 44,247 miles
  • 2021 – 43,820 miles
  • 2020 – 43,481 miles
  • 2019 – 42,722 miles
  • 2018 – 42,162 miles
  • 2017 – 41,428 miles
  • 2016 – 40,946 miles
  • 2015 – 40,415 miles
  • 2014 – 39,823 miles
  • 2013 – 38,278 miles
  • 2012 – 36,726 miles
  • 2011 – 34,634 miles
  • 2010 – 32,492 miles
  • 2009 – 29,621 miles
  • 2008 – 27,572 miles
  • 2007 – 23,921 miles
  • 2006 – 21,263 miles
  • 2005 – 18,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,140 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2010

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,140 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    641256768339
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail48,140 miles (+3,011)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    734636930241
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass45,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    45,129 miles
    Test number
    177140373825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail45,129 miles (+221)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,129 miles
    Test number
    677542071474
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass44,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    44,908 miles
    Test number
    455247147577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,908 miles (+661)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,908 miles
    Test number
    402257876498
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass44,247 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    44,247 miles
    Test number
    964100879015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,245 miles (+425)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,245 miles
    Test number
    469766348184
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass43,820 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    502812701387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,481 miles (+759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,481 miles
    Test number
    522712886803
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass42,722 miles (+560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,722 miles
    Test number
    380002519422
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass42,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    42,162 miles
    Test number
    514301219376
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail42,162 miles (+734)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,162 miles
    Test number
    819317392061
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass41,428 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,428 miles
    Test number
    275274709742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,427 miles (+481)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,427 miles
    Test number
    520661516482
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass40,946 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,946 miles
    Test number
    616198571745
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail40,943 miles (+528)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,943 miles
    Test number
    414481429872
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass40,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    40,415 miles
    Test number
    873041713701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,415 miles (+592)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,415 miles
    Test number
    428652502882
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass39,823 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    996555724372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,278 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    38,278 miles
    Test number
    756318913302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,726 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,726 miles
    Test number
    205114822337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,634 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,634 miles
    Test number
    727322131354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,492 miles
    Test number
    212913030395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,492 miles (+2,871)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,492 miles
    Test number
    430527520336
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass29,621 miles (+2,049)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,621 miles
    Test number
    471193829383
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  27. Pass27,572 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,572 miles
    Test number
    493564128446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,921 miles (+2,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,921 miles
    Test number
    423063527446
    • NoteN/s headlamp image

  29. Pass21,263 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,263 miles
    Test number
    204980516355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass18,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    18,301 miles
    Test number
    303565615332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail18,301 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,301 miles
    Test number
    361861015359
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V678 GTC

Does V678 GTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V678 GTC is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V678 GTC?
The MOT on V678 GTC is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V678 GTC done?
V678 GTC was recorded at 48,140 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 1,491 miles a year.
Has V678 GTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V678 GTC has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V678 GTC 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 V678 GTC find?
V678 GTC passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside & offside; nearside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge, and 3 more.

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