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Black · Petrol · 1961 · 1,622 cc

WAS 247MOT history

WAS 247 is a black petrol MG first used on 31 Dec 1961. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024 and it has passed 1 of 3 MOT tests, with 7,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2024
Mileage
7,253 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
3
1 passed · 2 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
WAS 247
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,622 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
31 Dec 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

WAS 247 was last recorded at 7,253 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
7,251 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 7,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass7,253 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

3 tests since 23 May 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass7,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    7,253 miles
    Test number
    632710377406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail7,253 miles (+2)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,253 miles
    Test number
    444593217450
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Fail7,251 miles2 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,251 miles
    Test number
    887028804539
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake insecure o/s front caliper (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking rear carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear check straps broken

Questions about WAS 247

What vehicle is registration WAS 247 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WAS 247 on a black petrol MG first used on 31 Dec 1961. 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 WAS 247 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on WAS 247 expired on 24 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on WAS 247?
The MOT on WAS 247 expired on 24 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has WAS 247 done?
WAS 247 was recorded at 7,253 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023.
Has WAS 247 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WAS 247 has failed 2 of its 3 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on WAS 247 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 WAS 247 find?
WAS 247 passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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