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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V689 EGPMOT history

V689 EGP is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 28 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2024
Mileage
89,031 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V689 EGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V689 EGP was last recorded at 89,031 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2013: 32,186 miles, lower than 41,226 miles on 20 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,019 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,031 miles
  • 2022 – 82,451 miles
  • 2021 – 75,461 miles
  • 2020 – 64,023 miles
  • 2019 – 56,408 miles
  • 2018 – 49,404 miles
  • 2015 – 48,632 miles
  • 2014 – 45,588 miles
  • 2013 – 32,186 miles
  • 2012 – 41,226 miles
  • 2011 – 39,472 miles
  • 2010 – 37,764 miles
  • 2009 – 35,267 miles
  • 2008 – 30,664 miles
  • 2006 – 28,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,031 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,031 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    89,031 miles
    Test number
    521752726265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,019 miles (+6,568)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,019 miles
    Test number
    734538233198
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected all units suspension low (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,451 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    82,451 miles
    Test number
    927438688892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,443 miles (+6,982)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,443 miles
    Test number
    415834921177
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,461 miles (+454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,461 miles
    Test number
    494731178875
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail75,007 miles (+10,984)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,007 miles
    Test number
    121078794308
    • DangerousFront Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect on both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass64,023 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    415754207177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail64,014 miles (+7,606)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,014 miles
    Test number
    346729775798
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass56,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,408 miles
    Test number
    106174321395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail56,408 miles (+7,004)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,408 miles
    Test number
    586562263397
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass49,404 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,404 miles
    Test number
    763571504246
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail49,392 miles (+760)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,392 miles
    Test number
    918526464490
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass48,632 miles13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    805428725029
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  14. Fail48,632 miles (+3,044)3 failures14 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,632 miles
    Test number
    407920925040
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  15. Pass45,588 miles (+5)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,588 miles
    Test number
    627615314061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper blade worn

  16. Fail45,583 miles (+13,397)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,583 miles
    Test number
    275024414034
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteOffside wiper blade worn

  17. Pass32,186 miles (-9,040)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,186 miles
    Test number
    976079423094
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs in poor condition .
    • NoteNearside head lamp poor beam image (lens in poor condition.

  18. Pass41,226 miles (+53)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,226 miles
    Test number
    279800322009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front & rear subframes.

  19. Fail41,173 miles (+1,701)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,173 miles
    Test number
    499177412002
    • FailureFront Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front & rear subframes.

  20. Pass39,472 miles1 dangerous10 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,472 miles
    Test number
    845919711072
    • DangerousTyre wall split nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll tyres appear to have low pressures
    • NoteFront discs worn, grooved and pitted
    • NotePlay in both rear suspention top ball joints
    • NoteSuspention low

  21. Fail39,472 miles (+1,708)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired11 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,472 miles
    Test number
    755608411085
    • DangerousTyre wall split nearside rear tyre
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteAll tyres appear to have low pressures
    • NoteFront discs worn, grooved and pitted
    • NotePlay in both rear suspention top ball joints
    • NoteSuspention low

  22. Pass37,764 miles (+2,497)15 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,764 miles
    Test number
    360990620049
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteSlight rear brake inbalance

  23. Fail35,267 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,267 miles
    Test number
    431512109088
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeadlamp reflectors faded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass35,267 miles (+4,603)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,267 miles
    Test number
    964372209099
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeadlamp reflectors faded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass30,664 miles (+2,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,664 miles
    Test number
    492622208083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass28,369 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,369 miles
    Test number
    361591966314
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is bald and worn to limits on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

Questions about V689 EGP

Does V689 EGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V689 EGP expired on 14 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V689 EGP?
The MOT on V689 EGP expired on 14 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V689 EGP done?
V689 EGP was recorded at 89,031 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 3,593 miles a year.
Has V689 EGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V689 EGP has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V689 EGP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V689 EGP find?
V689 EGP passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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