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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,600 cc

V8 MSXMOT history

V8 MSX is a blue petrol Ford Mustang first used on 1 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 53,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
53,608 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 MSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Mustang
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 MSX was last recorded at 53,608 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 92 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,516 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
92 miles
Average per year
2,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,608 miles
  • 2025 – 53,516 miles
  • 2024 – 53,222 miles
  • 2023 – 53,082 miles
  • 2021 – 51,691 miles
  • 2020 – 50,435 miles
  • 2019 – 50,237 miles
  • 2018 – 49,171 miles
  • 2017 – 47,762 miles
  • 2016 – 46,191 miles
  • 2015 – 43,834 miles
  • 2014 – 36,094 miles
  • 2013 – 33,285 miles
  • 2012 – 31,283 miles
  • 2010 – 28,382 miles
  • 2009 – 23,443 miles
  • 2008 – 17,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,608 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,608 miles (+92)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    53,608 miles
    Test number
    103509308065
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass53,516 miles (+294)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    106180546535
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,222 miles (+140)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    508026488216
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slow to respond advise cables and adjustment (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,082 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    217719466768
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail53,079 miles (+1,388)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,079 miles
    Test number
    920739535818
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,691 miles (+1,256)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    990190710550
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,435 miles (+198)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    802260472788
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak in boot

  8. Pass50,237 miles (+1,066)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,237 miles
    Test number
    746093345892
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass49,171 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    874204769711
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail49,171 miles (+1,409)3 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    423827145059
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass47,762 miles (+1,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,762 miles
    Test number
    890994388936
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  12. Pass46,191 miles (+2,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,191 miles
    Test number
    440141823630
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass43,834 miles (+7,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    43,834 miles
    Test number
    206549025243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass36,094 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,094 miles
    Test number
    638286314234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,285 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,285 miles
    Test number
    365996503286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,283 miles
    Test number
    255397762037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail31,283 miles (+2,901)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,283 miles
    Test number
    769557062058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass28,382 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,382 miles
    Test number
    261345080005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,443 miles (+5,768)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    674649189042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,675 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,675 miles
    Test number
    840809498051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail17,671 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,671 miles
    Test number
    243362598071
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about V8 MSX

Does V8 MSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 MSX is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 MSX?
The MOT on V8 MSX is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 MSX done?
V8 MSX was recorded at 53,608 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,007 miles a year.
Has V8 MSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 MSX has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 MSX 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 V8 MSX find?
V8 MSX passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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