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MG MGF

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y226 HYAMOT history

Y226 HYA is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
48,139 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 HYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 HYA was last recorded at 48,139 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,136 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,139 miles
  • 2025 – 44,666 miles
  • 2024 – 42,541 miles
  • 2023 – 42,444 miles
  • 2018 – 41,354 miles
  • 2017 – 38,686 miles
  • 2015 – 38,427 miles
  • 2014 – 37,658 miles
  • 2013 – 36,274 miles
  • 2011 – 35,576 miles
  • 2010 – 34,954 miles
  • 2009 – 33,346 miles
  • 2008 – 31,149 miles
  • 2007 – 28,455 miles
  • 2006 – 21,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,139 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,139 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    48,139 miles
    Test number
    466505089533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail48,136 miles (+3,470)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,136 miles
    Test number
    578147100771
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill to arch rotted through. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass44,666 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    44,666 miles
    Test number
    156312614146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    828469864243
    • AdvisorySubframe and discs corroded from lack of use

  5. Fail42,541 miles (+97)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,541 miles
    Test number
    648017893853
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe and discs corroded from lack of use

  6. Pass42,444 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    42,444 miles
    Test number
    380804926981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail42,440 miles (+1,086)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,440 miles
    Test number
    589939064788
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective holed with corrosion (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass41,354 miles (+2,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,354 miles
    Test number
    613081875575
    • AdvisoryFront Sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame corroded

  9. Pass38,686 miles (+259)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,686 miles
    Test number
    856490009490
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth subframes surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre near limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm getting corroded

  10. Pass38,427 miles (+769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,427 miles
    Test number
    142605413925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted on inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear hub centre bushes both sides

  11. Pass37,658 miles (+1,384)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,658 miles
    Test number
    375318564404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass36,274 miles (+698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,274 miles
    Test number
    278696453172
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass35,576 miles (+21)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,576 miles
    Test number
    448599581119
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted and scorred
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  14. Fail35,555 miles (+601)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,555 miles
    Test number
    457658181104
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted and scorred
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass34,954 miles (+1,608)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,954 miles
    Test number
    424019970172
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs getting scorred and pitted on inner edges
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  16. Pass33,346 miles (+2,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,346 miles
    Test number
    780602569148
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass31,149 miles (+2,694)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,149 miles
    Test number
    851894168125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are slightly out of shape

  18. Pass28,455 miles (+7,214)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,455 miles
    Test number
    404158857110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO s f brake binding slightly

  19. Pass21,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    21,241 miles
    Test number
    353734126042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail21,241 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,241 miles
    Test number
    652073626007
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s headlamp lense cracked

Questions about Y226 HYA

Does Y226 HYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y226 HYA is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y226 HYA?
The MOT on Y226 HYA is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y226 HYA done?
Y226 HYA was recorded at 48,139 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 1,312 miles a year.
Has Y226 HYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 HYA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y226 HYA 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 Y226 HYA find?
Y226 HYA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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