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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X76 LGCMOT history

X76 LGC is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 4 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 65,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2023
Mileage
65,353 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X76 LGC
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
4 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X76 LGC was last recorded at 65,353 miles on 14 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jul 2023: 65,353 miles, lower than 65,356 miles on 1 Feb 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
65,356 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Average per year
1,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 65,353 miles
  • 2022 – 64,178 miles
  • 2021 – 62,821 miles
  • 2020 – 62,815 miles
  • 2016 – 62,790 miles
  • 2015 – 62,157 miles
  • 2014 – 61,022 miles
  • 2013 – 58,908 miles
  • 2011 – 56,366 miles
  • 2010 – 53,127 miles
  • 2009 – 49,598 miles
  • 2008 – 41,392 miles
  • 2007 – 40,870 miles
  • 2006 – 37,524 miles
  • 2005 – 31,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail65,353 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail65,353 miles (-3)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,353 miles
    Test number
    526218429957
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,356 miles (+1,178)1 dangerous10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    983719114326
    • DangerousNearside Front Intermediate drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,178 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,178 miles
    Test number
    705975254071
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail64,164 miles (+1,343)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,164 miles
    Test number
    378788901669
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass62,821 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,821 miles
    Test number
    396750848707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,815 miles (+25)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,815 miles
    Test number
    739215635986
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both lights (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass62,790 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,790 miles
    Test number
    573531505561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,157 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,157 miles
    Test number
    629352965027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,156 miles (+1,134)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,156 miles
    Test number
    509344155079
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass61,022 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    885185564037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,908 miles (+2,542)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    755970653061
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass56,366 miles (+3,239)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    167257901303
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth top rear suspension ball joints have slight free play/wear

  13. Pass53,127 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,127 miles
    Test number
    332442920333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,598 miles (+3)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    514246269267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth front aand rear flexi brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteCorrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

  15. Fail49,595 miles (+4)6 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,595 miles
    Test number
    283414269214
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteO/S Parking brake recorded effort low
    • NoteBoth front and rear flexi brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteHeavy corrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

  16. Fail49,591 miles (+8,199)3 dangerous9 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    151734759228
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front and rear flexi brake hose ferrules corroded.
    • NoteHeavy corrosion present on front and rear suspension components.

  17. Pass41,392 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    41,392 miles
    Test number
    911463658399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,870 miles
    Test number
    372725647160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,870 miles (+3,346)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,870 miles
    Test number
    362933447155
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass37,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    354836756276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,524 miles (+5,840)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,524 miles
    Test number
    322305656464
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass31,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    31,684 miles
    Test number
    591272665238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X76 LGC

Does X76 LGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X76 LGC expired on 20 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X76 LGC?
The MOT on X76 LGC expired on 20 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X76 LGC done?
X76 LGC was recorded at 65,353 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2023, an average of 1,890 miles a year.
Has X76 LGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X76 LGC has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X76 LGC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jul 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X76 LGC find?
X76 LGC failed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2023 with 6 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 3 more.

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