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Red · Petrol · 1958 · 1,489 cc

VLP 404MOT history

VLP 404 is a red petrol MG A first used on 3 Jun 1958. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 55,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2026
Mileage
55,674 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VLP 404
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
A
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,489 cc
Year of manufacture
1958
First used
3 Jun 1958
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VLP 404 was last recorded at 55,674 miles on 20 Mar 2025, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,602 miles · 14 May 2022
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,674 miles
  • 2022 – 55,602 miles
  • 2021 – 55,550 miles
  • 2019 – 55,442 miles
  • 2018 – 55,363 miles
  • 2017 – 55,305 miles
  • 2016 – 55,215 miles
  • 2015 – 55,004 miles
  • 2014 – 54,742 miles
  • 2013 – 54,478 miles
  • 2012 – 54,306 miles
  • 2011 – 54,193 miles
  • 2010 – 53,922 miles
  • 2009 – 53,542 miles
  • 2008 – 52,955 miles
  • 2007 – 51,621 miles
  • 2006 – 51,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,674 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDiff has oil leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,674 miles (+72)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,674 miles
    Test number
    298865299934
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiff has oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass55,602 miles (+52)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    136002884390
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view In zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass55,550 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,550 miles
    Test number
    385319521591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,442 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,442 miles
    Test number
    956244427591
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre and offside (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail55,442 miles (+79)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,442 miles
    Test number
    395918286018
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre and offside (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,363 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    914636024690
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake sticking slightly

  7. Pass55,305 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,305 miles
    Test number
    989064781174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,215 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,215 miles
    Test number
    150937636808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,004 miles (+262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,004 miles
    Test number
    609615915196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass54,742 miles (+264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,742 miles
    Test number
    278773524182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  11. Pass54,478 miles (+172)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,478 miles
    Test number
    265057513165
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass54,306 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,306 miles
    Test number
    236760342124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  13. Pass54,193 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,193 miles
    Test number
    557677821181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass53,922 miles (+380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,922 miles
    Test number
    171902140197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass53,542 miles (+587)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,542 miles
    Test number
    350173939134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,955 miles
    Test number
    823347668061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,955 miles (+1,334)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,955 miles
    Test number
    821733868006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass51,621 miles (+229)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,621 miles
    Test number
    110263177097
    • NoteOil leaks from engine,gearbox and rear differential
    • NoteWipers streaky

  19. Pass51,392 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,392 miles
    Test number
    370654326116
    • NoteSlight wear in both track rod ends /////n/s/r handbrake low

Questions about VLP 404

What vehicle is registration VLP 404 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VLP 404 on a red petrol MG A first used on 3 Jun 1958. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VLP 404 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VLP 404 expired on 19 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VLP 404?
The MOT on VLP 404 expired on 19 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VLP 404 done?
VLP 404 was recorded at 55,674 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 227 miles a year.
Has VLP 404 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VLP 404 has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2019.
Has the mileage on VLP 404 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 VLP 404 find?
VLP 404 passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; diff has oil leak; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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