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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X18 MGFMOT history

X18 MGF is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,049 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 MGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 MGF was last recorded at 73,049 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,693 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,356 miles
Average per year
2,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,049 miles
  • 2024 – 71,693 miles
  • 2022 – 70,007 miles
  • 2020 – 69,552 miles
  • 2018 – 69,402 miles
  • 2017 – 69,383 miles
  • 2016 – 68,779 miles
  • 2015 – 68,036 miles
  • 2014 – 67,154 miles
  • 2013 – 66,322 miles
  • 2012 – 65,371 miles
  • 2011 – 64,469 miles
  • 2010 – 54,074 miles
  • 2009 – 47,178 miles
  • 2008 – 39,162 miles
  • 2007 – 30,855 miles
  • 2006 – 28,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,049 miles
  • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,049 miles (+1,356)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,049 miles
    Test number
    801735813268
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass71,693 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    71,693 miles
    Test number
    363345472788
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail71,692 miles (+1,685)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,692 miles
    Test number
    936176833596
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass70,007 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,007 miles
    Test number
    684998076371
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail70,004 miles (+452)13 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,004 miles
    Test number
    216403584030
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ON N/S OF UNION (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn OUTER TIE ROD BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass69,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,552 miles
    Test number
    484537928707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,552 miles (+150)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,552 miles
    Test number
    490914522361
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass69,402 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,402 miles
    Test number
    844011357663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear engine mount frame corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components coverd in rust

  9. Fail69,383 miles (+604)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,383 miles
    Test number
    445646909771
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass68,779 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,779 miles
    Test number
    214734958757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,036 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,036 miles
    Test number
    595136663035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,154 miles (+832)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,154 miles
    Test number
    445341164286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass66,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    608412763223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,322 miles (+951)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,322 miles
    Test number
    279112963288
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOff side rear shock lower bush worn

  15. Pass65,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,371 miles
    Test number
    276769042263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail65,371 miles (+902)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,371 miles
    Test number
    848609842269
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass64,469 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,469 miles
    Test number
    979653151284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,468 miles (+4,880)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    349566541449
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCooling fan does not appear to work

  19. Pass59,588 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    568615731068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,074 miles (+6,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,074 miles
    Test number
    484894610147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass47,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,178 miles
    Test number
    643883139144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,178 miles (+8,016)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,178 miles
    Test number
    104533439130
    • FailureNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens broken

  23. Pass39,162 miles (+8,307)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,162 miles
    Test number
    350855688064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,855 miles
    Test number
    160399867016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,855 miles
    Test number
    100399067449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,855 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,855 miles
    Test number
    672329867015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,966 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,966 miles
    Test number
    374081256488
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront & rear number plates are non standard, avise replacement

Questions about X18 MGF

Does X18 MGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 MGF is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 MGF?
The MOT on X18 MGF is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 MGF done?
X18 MGF was recorded at 73,049 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,254 miles a year.
Has X18 MGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 MGF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X18 MGF 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 X18 MGF find?
X18 MGF passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: all brake discs have surface corrosion; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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