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MG MGF

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y3 SLAMOT history

Y3 SLA is a yellow petrol MG MGF first used on 25 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 88,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
88,052 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 SLA
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 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 SLA was last recorded at 88,052 miles on 5 Jul 2025, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,966 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
2,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,052 miles
  • 2024 – 87,966 miles
  • 2023 – 87,832 miles
  • 2022 – 87,791 miles
  • 2021 – 87,627 miles
  • 2020 – 87,120 miles
  • 2019 – 86,834 miles
  • 2018 – 86,750 miles
  • 2017 – 86,535 miles
  • 2016 – 86,207 miles
  • 2015 – 85,271 miles
  • 2014 – 83,747 miles
  • 2013 – 81,163 miles
  • 2012 – 79,672 miles
  • 2011 – 78,254 miles
  • 2010 – 75,688 miles
  • 2008 – 73,121 miles
  • 2007 – 62,448 miles
  • 2006 – 44,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,052 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,052 miles (+86)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    88,052 miles
    Test number
    639079243731
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,966 miles (+29)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,966 miles
    Test number
    674581456149
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail87,937 miles (+105)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,937 miles
    Test number
    718417281399
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle lost all coolant (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass87,832 miles (+41)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    539279937819
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe, mounting and surrounding areas slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe, mounting and surrounding areas slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,791 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,791 miles
    Test number
    490747430651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,627 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,627 miles
    Test number
    938092895467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,120 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    490682528666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,834 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,834 miles
    Test number
    938279230027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,809 miles (+59)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,809 miles
    Test number
    873694502075
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass86,750 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,750 miles
    Test number
    281052451473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,535 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,535 miles
    Test number
    593856211389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,207 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,207 miles
    Test number
    434864129393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,163 miles (+33)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,163 miles
    Test number
    775409406550
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  14. Fail86,130 miles (+859)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,130 miles
    Test number
    592458536957
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass85,271 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    839280375151
    • 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)

  16. Fail85,138 miles (+1,391)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,138 miles
    Test number
    246457955429
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arch trims rubbing on wheels when trnig

  17. Pass83,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    83,747 miles
    Test number
    717110844124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,747 miles (+2,584)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,747 miles
    Test number
    398800744159
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass81,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,163 miles
    Test number
    626775053175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,163 miles (+1,491)2 dangerous5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,163 miles
    Test number
    679782253151
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition

  21. Pass79,672 miles (+1,418)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,672 miles
    Test number
    229518582051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing low on inner edge.

  22. Pass78,254 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,254 miles
    Test number
    148709651045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail78,250 miles (+2,562)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    337909351048
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass75,688 miles (+2,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    75,688 miles
    Test number
    594259530011
    • 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)

  25. Pass73,121 miles (+3,369)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    73,121 miles
    Test number
    232148158387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    500490418025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,752 miles (+7,304)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    564437408049
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass62,448 miles (+17,901)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,448 miles
    Test number
    212152547162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,547 miles
    Test number
    390663046164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 SLA

Does Y3 SLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 SLA expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 SLA?
The MOT on Y3 SLA expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 SLA done?
Y3 SLA was recorded at 88,052 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2025, an average of 2,276 miles a year.
Has Y3 SLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 SLA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y3 SLA 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 Y3 SLA find?
Y3 SLA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill both sides; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear.

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