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MG MGF

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V686 LAFMOT history

V686 LAF is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
69,693 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 LAF
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V686 LAF was last recorded at 69,693 miles on 15 Aug 2025, 165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,528 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
165 miles
Average per year
544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,693 miles
  • 2024 – 69,528 miles
  • 2023 – 69,025 miles
  • 2022 – 68,394 miles
  • 2021 – 67,553 miles
  • 2020 – 66,972 miles
  • 2019 – 64,555 miles
  • 2018 – 63,744 miles
  • 2017 – 62,714 miles
  • 2016 – 62,211 miles
  • 2014 – 61,612 miles
  • 2013 – 60,836 miles
  • 2012 – 60,619 miles
  • 2011 – 60,312 miles
  • 2008 – 59,705 miles
  • 2006 – 59,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail69,693 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail69,693 miles (+165)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,693 miles
    Test number
    339080857979
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass69,528 miles (+503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,528 miles
    Test number
    370444162421
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass69,025 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,025 miles
    Test number
    541003396038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,004 miles (+610)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,004 miles
    Test number
    522396922141
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass68,394 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,394 miles
    Test number
    490306440909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,553 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    67,553 miles
    Test number
    135745767380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,505 miles (+533)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,505 miles
    Test number
    129597506491
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass66,972 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,972 miles
    Test number
    461541000520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  9. Fail66,972 miles (+2,417)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,972 miles
    Test number
    955337717032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  10. Pass64,555 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,555 miles
    Test number
    347947230261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,554 miles (+810)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,554 miles
    Test number
    221037123829
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass63,744 miles (+1,030)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,744 miles
    Test number
    889807646103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,714 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,714 miles
    Test number
    626389341080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,211 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,211 miles
    Test number
    767885748675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,612 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    726978954241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,836 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,836 miles
    Test number
    329064283274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,832 miles (+213)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    937722783293
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

  18. Pass60,619 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,619 miles
    Test number
    158752282271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,312 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,312 miles
    Test number
    347603621282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Fail60,312 miles (+607)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,312 miles
    Test number
    935640921289
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass59,705 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,705 miles
    Test number
    370961928124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,370 miles
    Test number
    971853236260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 LAF

Does V686 LAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 LAF expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 LAF?
The MOT on V686 LAF expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 LAF done?
V686 LAF was recorded at 69,693 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2025, an average of 544 miles a year.
Has V686 LAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 LAF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V686 LAF 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 V686 LAF find?
V686 LAF failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2025 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; parking brake efficiency below requirements; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, and 4 more.

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