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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X785 GLCMOT history

X785 GLC is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 52,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
52,669 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 GLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 GLC was last recorded at 52,669 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 2,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,156 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,513 miles
Average per year
917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,669 miles
  • 2025 – 50,156 miles
  • 2024 – 47,918 miles
  • 2015 – 47,146 miles
  • 2013 – 44,769 miles
  • 2012 – 42,821 miles
  • 2010 – 42,817 miles
  • 2008 – 41,290 miles
  • 2007 – 39,390 miles
  • 2006 – 33,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,669 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,669 miles (+2,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    52,669 miles
    Test number
    780362307682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass50,156 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    50,156 miles
    Test number
    839535119242
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail50,146 miles (+2,228)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    939468643925
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass47,918 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    47,918 miles
    Test number
    646338590635
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail47,910 miles (+764)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,910 miles
    Test number
    446654711965
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass47,146 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,146 miles
    Test number
    377522525299
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear tyres showing signs of deterioration/spliting on side walls
    • NoteScreen wash could be better

  7. Fail47,142 miles (+2,373)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,142 miles
    Test number
    736855315245
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyres showing signs of deterioration/spliting on side walls
    • NoteScreen wash could be better

  8. Pass44,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,769 miles
    Test number
    605386543257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,769 miles (+1,948)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,769 miles
    Test number
    925366643268
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass42,821 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,821 miles
    Test number
    619346132250
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight coolant leak from o/s front to rear static pipe

  11. Pass42,817 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    894782580108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    971058978055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,290 miles (+1,900)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,290 miles
    Test number
    250858878087
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass39,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,390 miles
    Test number
    964186727088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,390 miles (+5,522)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,390 miles
    Test number
    271026427041
    • FailureCentre Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureInner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass33,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    33,868 miles
    Test number
    232234826042
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail33,868 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,868 miles
    Test number
    793264526031
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X785 GLC

Does X785 GLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X785 GLC is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X785 GLC?
The MOT on X785 GLC is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X785 GLC done?
X785 GLC was recorded at 52,669 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 917 miles a year.
Has X785 GLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 GLC has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X785 GLC 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 X785 GLC find?
X785 GLC passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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