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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X86 DNAMOT history

X86 DNA is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 12 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2021 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2021
Mileage
74,188 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X86 DNA
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
12 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X86 DNA was last recorded at 74,188 miles on 23 Jul 2022, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Aug 2011: 38,147 miles, lower than 66,984 miles on 14 Aug 2010.

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
74,108 miles · 24 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
2,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,188 miles
  • 2020 – 74,108 miles
  • 2019 – 73,768 miles
  • 2018 – 72,743 miles
  • 2017 – 72,320 miles
  • 2015 – 71,471 miles
  • 2014 – 70,777 miles
  • 2013 – 69,797 miles
  • 2012 – 68,883 miles
  • 2011 – 38,147 miles
  • 2010 – 66,984 miles
  • 2009 – 65,679 miles
  • 2008 – 61,365 miles
  • 2007 – 50,838 miles
  • 2006 – 37,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,188 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to water leak on under body water pipes x exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened on o/s front around rack mount x wishbone etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch /sill near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch / sill near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySlight mist on front shocks /rear inner sills corroding / corrosion on all suspension units / rear exhaust box corroding
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder body heater pipes corroding x leaking on joints

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,188 miles (+80)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,188 miles
    Test number
    713792200205
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to water leak on under body water pipes x exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened on o/s front around rack mount x wishbone etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch /sill near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch / sill near sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight mist on front shocks /rear inner sills corroding / corrosion on all suspension units / rear exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body heater pipes corroding x leaking on joints

  2. Pass74,108 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    721993513994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail74,108 miles (+340)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    620618700305
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass73,768 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,768 miles
    Test number
    175637632273
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,761 miles (+1,018)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,761 miles
    Test number
    854751539984
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,743 miles (+423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    72,743 miles
    Test number
    328748757559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass72,320 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,320 miles
    Test number
    143984564965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,471 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,471 miles
    Test number
    227062391819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,777 miles (+980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    70,777 miles
    Test number
    745534754219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass69,797 miles (+914)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,797 miles
    Test number
    415159743289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,883 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    659111332232
    • NoteOne bulb out in centre brake light
    • NoteRear silencer box corroding

  12. Fail68,882 miles (+30,735)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,882 miles
    Test number
    389070232217
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteOne bulb out in centre brake light
    • NoteRear silencer box corroding

  13. Pass38,147 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,147 miles
    Test number
    455553121267
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  14. Fail38,147 miles (-28,837)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,147 miles
    Test number
    636583421211
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  15. Pass66,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,984 miles
    Test number
    141946320244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,984 miles (+1,305)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,984 miles
    Test number
    641646320264
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass65,679 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,679 miles
    Test number
    290319319272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,365 miles
    Test number
    323967518473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,365 miles (+10,527)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,365 miles
    Test number
    700637418268
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  20. Pass50,838 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,838 miles
    Test number
    530399777244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,801 miles (+13,637)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,801 miles
    Test number
    682128277289
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass37,164 miles (+4,018)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    37,164 miles
    Test number
    752512186223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,146 miles
    Test number
    830782216171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X86 DNA

Does X86 DNA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X86 DNA expired on 23 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X86 DNA?
The MOT on X86 DNA expired on 23 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X86 DNA done?
X86 DNA was recorded at 74,188 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2022, an average of 2,525 miles a year.
Has X86 DNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X86 DNA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on X86 DNA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X86 DNA find?
X86 DNA failed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2022 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: emissions not tested due to water leak on under body water pipes x exhaust blowing; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened on o/s front around rack mount x wishbone etc; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch /sill near sub frame mount, and 10 more.

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