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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

V71 HLEMOT history

V71 HLE is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 6 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jul 2023
Mileage
132,320 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 HLE
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
6 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 HLE was last recorded at 132,320 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 88 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,232 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
88 miles
Average per year
6,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,320 miles
  • 2021 – 131,775 miles
  • 2020 – 130,737 miles
  • 2019 – 130,275 miles
  • 2018 – 129,221 miles
  • 2017 – 128,137 miles
  • 2016 – 126,929 miles
  • 2015 – 125,539 miles
  • 2013 – 111,810 miles
  • 2012 – 89,476 miles
  • 2011 – 55,585 miles
  • 2010 – 39,076 miles
  • 2009 – 34,699 miles
  • 2007 – 34,449 miles
  • 2006 – 32,701 miles
  • 2005 – 31,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,320 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNumerous areas of corrosion including componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,320 miles (+88)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,320 miles
    Test number
    770588721256
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumerous areas of corrosion including components

  2. Fail132,232 miles (+457)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,232 miles
    Test number
    665311743561
    • MajorEmissions not tested steam and coolant leaking emissions aborted co was high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested both front image not visible (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumerous areas of corrosion including components

  3. Pass131,775 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    131,775 miles
    Test number
    115748437439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,774 miles (+1,037)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    139561784660
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass130,737 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    130,737 miles
    Test number
    366911844079
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion To Underside Of Vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill Corroded

  6. Fail130,737 miles (+462)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,737 miles
    Test number
    757594853623
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion To Underside Of Vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill Corroded

  7. Pass130,275 miles (+1,054)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,275 miles
    Test number
    776758686318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi section has a slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront & Rear sub frames have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass129,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,221 miles
    Test number
    671736173812
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing low
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre has slight uneven wear in tread

  9. Fail129,220 miles (+1,083)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,220 miles
    Test number
    762438301958
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Undertray insecure Under wheelarch (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing low
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre has slight uneven wear in tread

  10. Pass128,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,137 miles
    Test number
    983553724161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,137 miles (+1,208)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,137 miles
    Test number
    524252954947
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass126,929 miles (+1,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,929 miles
    Test number
    132584290530
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps have a poor light & pattern
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre has slight wear on inner edge

  13. Pass125,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,539 miles
    Test number
    248044875141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,539 miles (+13,729)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,539 miles
    Test number
    727374175124
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass111,810 miles (+22,334)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    111,810 miles
    Test number
    406129433378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,476 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,476 miles
    Test number
    535944522328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,466 miles (+33,881)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,466 miles
    Test number
    669793012304
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass55,585 miles (+16,509)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,585 miles
    Test number
    539724851114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,076 miles (+4,377)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,076 miles
    Test number
    392041370089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    34,699 miles
    Test number
    344653899012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,699 miles (+250)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,699 miles
    Test number
    751133499037
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass34,449 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    653793737347
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  23. Fail34,443 miles (+1,742)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,443 miles
    Test number
    963691737355
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass32,701 miles (+1,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,701 miles
    Test number
    311960416375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass31,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,583 miles
    Test number
    291379925308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V71 HLE

Does V71 HLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 HLE expired on 11 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 HLE?
The MOT on V71 HLE expired on 11 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 HLE done?
V71 HLE was recorded at 132,320 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 6,059 miles a year.
Has V71 HLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 HLE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on V71 HLE 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 V71 HLE find?
V71 HLE passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes; numerous areas of corrosion including components.

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