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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y279 WVLMOT history

Y279 WVL is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 33,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2025
Mileage
33,238 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 WVL
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
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y279 WVL was last recorded at 33,238 miles on 26 May 2026, 241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,997 miles · 14 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
241 miles
Average per year
682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,238 miles
  • 2024 – 32,997 miles
  • 2014 – 32,906 miles
  • 2012 – 32,785 miles
  • 2011 – 32,592 miles
  • 2010 – 30,299 miles
  • 2009 – 28,446 miles
  • 2008 – 25,450 miles
  • 2007 – 23,026 miles
  • 2006 – 19,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail33,238 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail33,238 miles (+241)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,238 miles
    Test number
    431245937895
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass32,997 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    32,997 miles
    Test number
    671001638040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail32,967 miles (+61)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,967 miles
    Test number
    135335986142
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass32,906 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,906 miles
    Test number
    215158164166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion of suspension,sub-frames & brake components

  5. Fail32,906 miles (+121)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,906 miles
    Test number
    298885564409
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion of suspension,sub-frames & brake components

  6. Pass32,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,785 miles
    Test number
    466639482145
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Fail32,785 miles (+193)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,785 miles
    Test number
    526609682161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  8. Fail32,592 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,592 miles
    Test number
    676629471190
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass32,592 miles (+2,293)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,592 miles
    Test number
    909999471179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,299 miles (+1,853)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,299 miles
    Test number
    973075370199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteAdvise front wiperblades split at ends.
    • NoteAdvise n/s rear brake disc inner surface corroded.
    • NoteAdvise rear orange indicator bulbs started to fade.
    • NoteBattery insecure

  11. Pass28,446 miles (+2,996)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,446 miles
    Test number
    840274619124
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise n/s and o/s front brake disc surfaces slightly corroded.
    • NoteAdvise n/s and o/s rear brake disc surfaces slightly corroded.

  12. Pass25,450 miles (+2,424)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    234265938017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,026 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,026 miles
    Test number
    163531807145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,504 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,504 miles
    Test number
    710451306142
    • NoteFront brake pads gettig low
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inside edge and starting to mishape on inside edge
    • NoteOsf,nsf tyre starting to mishape on inside edge
    • NoteOsr tyre 2mm in centre of tread

Questions about Y279 WVL

Does Y279 WVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 WVL expired on 13 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 WVL?
The MOT on Y279 WVL expired on 13 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 WVL done?
Y279 WVL was recorded at 33,238 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 682 miles a year.
Has Y279 WVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 WVL has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 WVL 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 Y279 WVL find?
Y279 WVL failed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: horn not working; service brake efficiency below requirements; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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