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MG MGF

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y235 SPXMOT history

Y235 SPX is a yellow petrol MG MGF first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 69,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
69,664 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 SPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y235 SPX was last recorded at 69,664 miles on 27 Apr 2023, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,450 miles · 29 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
2,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 69,664 miles
  • 2022 – 69,450 miles
  • 2021 – 69,406 miles
  • 2020 – 69,299 miles
  • 2019 – 69,215 miles
  • 2018 – 69,177 miles
  • 2017 – 68,547 miles
  • 2016 – 66,901 miles
  • 2015 – 65,636 miles
  • 2014 – 65,385 miles
  • 2013 – 63,740 miles
  • 2012 – 62,459 miles
  • 2011 – 62,111 miles
  • 2010 – 58,684 miles
  • 2009 – 49,479 miles
  • 2008 – 39,774 miles
  • 2007 – 30,244 miles
  • 2006 – 25,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,664 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise unable to fully inspect rear brake pipesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,664 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,664 miles
    Test number
    869291811397
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to fully inspect rear brake pipes

  2. Fail69,656 miles (+206)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,656 miles
    Test number
    754725289054
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to fully inspect rear brake pipes

  3. Pass69,450 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,450 miles
    Test number
    154210897997
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to fully inspect rear brake pipes

  4. Fail69,406 miles (+107)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,406 miles
    Test number
    500913996088
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise sill covers fitted

  5. Pass69,299 miles (+84)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    902525914270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass69,215 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,215 miles
    Test number
    188722586186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on rear of near and off side inner sills
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on rear subframe

  7. Fail69,197 miles (+20)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,197 miles
    Test number
    509657141400
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail69,177 miles (+630)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,177 miles
    Test number
    241166016535
    • DangerousNearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering rack to sub-frame (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak front to rear pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass68,547 miles (+97)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    633231818148
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Fail68,450 miles (+1,549)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,450 miles
    Test number
    444279818708
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass66,901 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    479861684308
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Fail66,901 miles (+1,265)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    338866552114
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass65,636 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,636 miles
    Test number
    439247785078
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail65,632 miles (+247)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,632 miles
    Test number
    855256585076
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass65,385 miles (+1,645)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    846788294055
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  16. Pass63,740 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    915888693072
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Fail63,740 miles (+1,281)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    785118793050
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front windscreen wiper blades split. Unable to check fully due to lack of screen wash

  18. Pass62,459 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    578774612160
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracking/shallow cuts to inner wall

  19. Fail62,459 miles (+348)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    656954712180
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracking/shallow cuts to inner wall

  20. Fail62,111 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,111 miles
    Test number
    377859381050
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass62,111 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,111 miles
    Test number
    427799281018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,684 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,684 miles
    Test number
    913979090041
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass58,677 miles (+9,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    172499290034
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass49,479 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,479 miles
    Test number
    784739689009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,297 miles (+9,523)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,297 miles
    Test number
    630636589093
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear upper ball joints

  26. Pass39,774 miles (+9,530)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,774 miles
    Test number
    192008888442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,244 miles (+5,055)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,244 miles
    Test number
    134613407142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,189 miles
    Test number
    823446516157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y235 SPX

Does Y235 SPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 SPX expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 SPX?
The MOT on Y235 SPX expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 SPX done?
Y235 SPX was recorded at 69,664 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2023, an average of 2,616 miles a year.
Has Y235 SPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 SPX has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y235 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 Y235 SPX find?
Y235 SPX passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2023 with 5 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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