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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y278 JJKMOT history

Y278 JJK is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 24 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 61,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,580 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 JJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 JJK was last recorded at 61,580 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 May 2011: 35,145 miles, lower than 37,748 miles on 11 May 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
61,573 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,580 miles
  • 2019 – 60,857 miles
  • 2018 – 59,926 miles
  • 2017 – 59,732 miles
  • 2016 – 59,726 miles
  • 2015 – 54,931 miles
  • 2014 – 50,146 miles
  • 2013 – 43,174 miles
  • 2012 – 39,162 miles
  • 2011 – 35,145 miles
  • 2010 – 37,748 miles
  • 2009 – 32,859 miles
  • 2007 – 31,125 miles
  • 2006 – 27,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,580 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass61,580 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,580 miles
    Test number
    477837988065
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail61,573 miles (+24)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,573 miles
    Test number
    141509239848
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail61,549 miles (+692)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,549 miles
    Test number
    495000139630
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower and upper ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass60,857 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,857 miles
    Test number
    679909220671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail60,855 miles (+929)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,855 miles
    Test number
    532534932497
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/40/16w xl (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass59,926 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,926 miles
    Test number
    444428298669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,732 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,732 miles
    Test number
    159520227265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail59,730 miles (+4)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,730 miles
    Test number
    745567802134
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass59,726 miles (+4,795)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,726 miles
    Test number
    991250405463
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance small hole in lens, (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four, (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass54,931 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    297523785479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail54,881 miles (+4,735)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,881 miles
    Test number
    329711285170
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass50,146 miles (+283)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    565046014236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower wishbones corroded but sound at time of test.
    • NoteN/s front indicator outer lens holed.

  13. Fail49,863 miles (+6,689)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,863 miles
    Test number
    295506904295
    • DangerousSuspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteBoth front suspension lower wishbones corroded but sound at time of test.
    • NoteN/s front indicator outer lens holed.

  14. Pass43,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    425481023289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,174 miles (+4,012)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    889621013240
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass39,162 miles (+4,017)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,162 miles
    Test number
    925765382155
    • NoteN/s washer jet inopertive
    • NoteSlight earth fault on rear lights
    • NoteWiper blade ends split

  17. Pass35,145 miles (-2,603)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,145 miles
    Test number
    428795421150
    • NoteAdvise all suspension and brake hose ferules very rusty

  18. Pass37,748 miles (+4,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,748 miles
    Test number
    654001530174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,859 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,859 miles
    Test number
    292346529060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,125 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,125 miles
    Test number
    943364477243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,790 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,790 miles
    Test number
    914164286252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,550 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,550 miles
    Test number
    510476866249
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y278 JJK

Does Y278 JJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y278 JJK is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y278 JJK?
The MOT on Y278 JJK is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y278 JJK done?
Y278 JJK was recorded at 61,580 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 1,747 miles a year.
Has Y278 JJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 JJK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y278 JJK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y278 JJK find?
Y278 JJK passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres.

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