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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,588 cc

Y214 SPXMOT history

Y214 SPX is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 86,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2023
Mileage
86,695 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y214 SPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y214 SPX was last recorded at 86,695 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 2,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,215 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,480 miles
Average per year
1,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,695 miles
  • 2022 – 84,215 miles
  • 2021 – 81,493 miles
  • 2020 – 81,213 miles
  • 2019 – 80,043 miles
  • 2018 – 79,681 miles
  • 2017 – 79,245 miles
  • 2016 – 78,709 miles
  • 2015 – 78,453 miles
  • 2014 – 77,948 miles
  • 2013 – 76,825 miles
  • 2012 – 76,145 miles
  • 2011 – 75,394 miles
  • 2010 – 74,196 miles
  • 2009 – 63,309 miles
  • 2008 – 57,991 miles
  • 2007 – 55,123 miles
  • 2006 – 53,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,695 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (bolt insecure) (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (due too exhaust leak) (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (manifold flange) (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (outer sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake insecure (calliper) (1.1.21 (c))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (interior) (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • Advisory( water hoses insecure)
  • Advisory(gear box bolt insecure)
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear (suspension pipes insecure)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear outer sill over-laps corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,695 miles (+2,480)5 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,695 miles
    Test number
    352242956512
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (bolt insecure) (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (due too exhaust leak) (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (manifold flange) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (outer sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake insecure (calliper) (1.1.21 (c))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (interior) (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory( water hoses insecure)
    • Advisory(gear box bolt insecure)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear (suspension pipes insecure)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass84,215 miles (+2,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    84,215 miles
    Test number
    828621780501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,493 miles (+280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,493 miles
    Test number
    907252751233
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass81,213 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,213 miles
    Test number
    381511969410
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail81,209 miles (+1,166)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,209 miles
    Test number
    879551677962
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass80,043 miles (+362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,043 miles
    Test number
    263432252397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill very slight
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill very slight.

  7. Pass79,681 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,681 miles
    Test number
    293682220624
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill over-laps corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail79,679 miles (+434)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,679 miles
    Test number
    445652376572
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill over-laps corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass79,245 miles (+536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    79,245 miles
    Test number
    498846121623
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion lower wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass78,709 miles (+256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,709 miles
    Test number
    495136088752
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass78,453 miles (+505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,453 miles
    Test number
    786939927929
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,948 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,948 miles
    Test number
    356437584478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail77,930 miles (+1,105)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,930 miles
    Test number
    665789674282
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass76,825 miles (+680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,825 miles
    Test number
    895262783260
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Pass76,145 miles (+751)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,145 miles
    Test number
    158184682294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Pass75,394 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,394 miles
    Test number
    297044481272
    • NoteFront brake discs corrdoed on inner faces
    • NoteSRS light on

  17. Fail75,391 miles (+1,195)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,391 miles
    Test number
    286793881253
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corrdoed on inner faces
    • NoteSRS light on

  18. Pass74,196 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    74,196 miles
    Test number
    843327860287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMis fire
    • NoteSRS & engine management lights on

  19. Fail74,193 miles (+10,884)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,193 miles
    Test number
    394496450268
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMis fire
    • NoteSRS & engine management lights on

  20. Pass63,309 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    850059779208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,991 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,991 miles
    Test number
    110259868259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,123 miles (+1,903)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,123 miles
    Test number
    252392487262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,220 miles
    Test number
    430144986278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y214 SPX

Does Y214 SPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y214 SPX expired on 27 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y214 SPX?
The MOT on Y214 SPX expired on 27 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y214 SPX done?
Y214 SPX was recorded at 86,695 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 1,759 miles a year.
Has Y214 SPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y214 SPX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y214 SPX 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 Y214 SPX find?
Y214 SPX failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 5 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (bolt insecure); offside front lower suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability, and 16 more.

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