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Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

V718 JBAMOT history

V718 JBA is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 28 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2024
Mileage
71,749 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V718 JBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V718 JBA was last recorded at 71,749 miles on 3 Sept 2024, 1,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,837 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,912 miles
Average per year
1,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 71,749 miles
  • 2023 – 69,837 miles
  • 2022 – 68,538 miles
  • 2021 – 67,281 miles
  • 2020 – 66,058 miles
  • 2019 – 64,346 miles
  • 2018 – 62,350 miles
  • 2017 – 61,193 miles
  • 2016 – 59,725 miles
  • 2015 – 57,163 miles
  • 2014 – 56,282 miles
  • 2013 – 55,194 miles
  • 2012 – 53,231 miles
  • 2011 – 51,223 miles
  • 2010 – 48,925 miles
  • 2009 – 45,487 miles
  • 2008 – 42,585 miles
  • 2007 – 39,370 miles
  • 2006 – 35,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,749 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail71,749 miles (+1,912)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    135406632895
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass69,837 miles (+1,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,837 miles
    Test number
    802830294882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass68,538 miles (+1,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,538 miles
    Test number
    946308792675
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass67,281 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    270899086276
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail67,276 miles (+1,218)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,276 miles
    Test number
    729353553929
    • MajorNearside Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass66,058 miles (+1,712)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,058 miles
    Test number
    286929395575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,346 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,346 miles
    Test number
    214338625475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,350 miles (+1,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,350 miles
    Test number
    357993122225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  9. Pass61,193 miles (+1,468)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,193 miles
    Test number
    253024537528
    • 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)

  10. Pass59,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,725 miles
    Test number
    286159204065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,725 miles (+2,562)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,725 miles
    Test number
    168931908043
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass57,163 miles (+881)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,163 miles
    Test number
    446785705134
    • 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. Pass56,282 miles (+1,088)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,282 miles
    Test number
    309210504132
    • 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)

  14. Fail55,194 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    505599213140
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass55,194 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    578149313180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,231 miles
    Test number
    738606552093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,231 miles (+2,008)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,231 miles
    Test number
    136082452074
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass51,223 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    627556341047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,925 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,925 miles
    Test number
    334233950079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,487 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,487 miles
    Test number
    191600639023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,585 miles (+3,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,585 miles
    Test number
    671498938052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass39,370 miles (+3,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    183735947012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass35,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,679 miles
    Test number
    830440446014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V718 JBA

Does V718 JBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V718 JBA expired on 16 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V718 JBA?
The MOT on V718 JBA expired on 16 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V718 JBA done?
V718 JBA was recorded at 71,749 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2024, an average of 1,943 miles a year.
Has V718 JBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V718 JBA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V718 JBA 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 V718 JBA find?
V718 JBA failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2024 with 4 major defects: offside front upper sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; offside rear parking brake inoperative on one side; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 1 more.

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