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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X56 TCSMOT history

X56 TCS is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 27 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 66,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2024
Mileage
66,136 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 TCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X56 TCS was last recorded at 66,136 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 6,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,032 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
6,104 miles
Average per year
1,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,136 miles
  • 2023 – 60,032 miles
  • 2022 – 54,891 miles
  • 2021 – 54,458 miles
  • 2020 – 54,455 miles
  • 2019 – 54,452 miles
  • 2018 – 53,745 miles
  • 2017 – 53,704 miles
  • 2016 – 53,305 miles
  • 2015 – 53,146 miles
  • 2014 – 52,952 miles
  • 2013 – 52,660 miles
  • 2012 – 52,538 miles
  • 2011 – 52,392 miles
  • 2010 – 51,773 miles
  • 2009 – 48,169 miles
  • 2007 – 40,920 miles
  • 2006 – 33,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,136 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,136 miles (+6,104)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    729392258115
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass60,032 miles (+5,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    60,032 miles
    Test number
    467713243836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass54,891 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    54,891 miles
    Test number
    749260009775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail54,876 miles (+418)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,876 miles
    Test number
    886866587433
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,458 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,458 miles
    Test number
    685372724260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass54,455 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,455 miles
    Test number
    216343465842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass54,452 miles (+707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    54,452 miles
    Test number
    778553277256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass53,745 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    167617565349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass53,704 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,704 miles
    Test number
    697651743772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail53,703 miles (+398)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,703 miles
    Test number
    640927574994
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass53,305 miles (+159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    264103561101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass53,146 miles (+194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,146 miles
    Test number
    196820665191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass52,952 miles (+292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,952 miles
    Test number
    675144754122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass52,660 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,660 miles
    Test number
    659851363165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,538 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,538 miles
    Test number
    186791052108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,392 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,392 miles
    Test number
    569188651148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,773 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,773 miles
    Test number
    902583550159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,772 miles (+3,603)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,772 miles
    Test number
    482912950123
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,169 miles (+1)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,169 miles
    Test number
    234672469405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside front bump stop deteriorated
    • NoteOil filler /dipstick tube insecure

  20. Fail48,168 miles (+7,248)2 dangerous12 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,168 miles
    Test number
    522126959151
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureObligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside front bump stop deteriorated
    • NoteOil filler /dipstick tube insecure

  21. Pass40,920 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    40,920 miles
    Test number
    451685227413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,551 miles
    Test number
    104215867130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,548 miles (+6,302)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,548 miles
    Test number
    770135167168
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass33,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    992897266181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,245 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,245 miles
    Test number
    662087266124
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about X56 TCS

Does X56 TCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 TCS expired on 13 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 TCS?
The MOT on X56 TCS expired on 13 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 TCS done?
X56 TCS was recorded at 66,136 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,638 miles a year.
Has X56 TCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 TCS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X56 TCS 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 X56 TCS find?
X56 TCS failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 8 major defects and 7 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak.; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn both.; nearside front wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 12 more.

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