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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

Y8 CMBMOT history

Y8 CMB is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2022
Mileage
93,144 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 CMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y8 CMB was last recorded at 93,144 miles on 9 Dec 2022, 2,189 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,955 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,189 miles
Average per year
2,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,144 miles
  • 2021 – 90,955 miles
  • 2020 – 89,239 miles
  • 2019 – 87,329 miles
  • 2018 – 84,273 miles
  • 2017 – 81,059 miles
  • 2016 – 78,094 miles
  • 2015 – 75,198 miles
  • 2014 – 72,327 miles
  • 2013 – 70,110 miles
  • 2012 – 68,278 miles
  • 2011 – 66,759 miles
  • 2010 – 65,633 miles
  • 2009 – 64,750 miles
  • 2008 – 63,775 miles
  • 2007 – 49,796 miles
  • 2006 – 47,061 miles
  • 2005 – 42,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,144 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear quarter panel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,144 miles (+2,189)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,144 miles
    Test number
    574394668884
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass90,955 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    353738031672
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear quarter panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail90,955 miles (+1,716)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    180472402190
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn tension arm both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear quarter panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,239 miles (+1,910)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,239 miles
    Test number
    998184133271
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both front wings
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHydrolastic suspension low but not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear wheel arches

  5. Pass87,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,329 miles
    Test number
    801553488868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,329 miles (+3,056)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,329 miles
    Test number
    791103568882
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside dashboard panel obstructing pedals

  7. Pass84,273 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,273 miles
    Test number
    493872231322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail84,273 miles (+3,214)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,273 miles
    Test number
    728567733684
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,059 miles (+2,965)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,059 miles
    Test number
    225583693139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,094 miles (+2,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,094 miles
    Test number
    459895065036
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  11. Pass75,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    760812906454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,198 miles (+2,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    277605064966
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  13. Pass72,327 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,327 miles
    Test number
    656759744399
    • NoteBoth front wings slighty corroded

  14. Fail72,327 miles (+2,217)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,327 miles
    Test number
    525135244340
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front wings slighty corroded
    • NoteO/s front wheel slight restricted movement

  15. Pass70,110 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,110 miles
    Test number
    425934863468
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail70,105 miles (+1,827)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,105 miles
    Test number
    365764053375
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    268635152372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,278 miles (+1,519)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    756705052386
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass66,759 miles (+1,126)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,759 miles
    Test number
    779642441378
    • NoteFront discs rusty on inner edges

  20. Pass65,633 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    65,633 miles
    Test number
    140141850385
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass64,750 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,750 miles
    Test number
    301821349340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,775 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,775 miles
    Test number
    380376148398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail63,771 miles (+13,975)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,771 miles
    Test number
    793870848390
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass49,796 miles (+2,735)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,796 miles
    Test number
    512590747327
    • NoteBoth front tyre's worn below the limit on the inner edge but cannot fail due to being a raised tread type pattern.
    • NoteFront brake discs in very poor condition.
    • NoteFront brake hoses corroding on centre metal sections.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has low tread.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on wear bars.
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode.

  25. Pass47,061 miles (+4,322)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    47,061 miles
    Test number
    433679536358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    42,739 miles
    Test number
    451099845498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,739 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,739 miles
    Test number
    431868545387
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about Y8 CMB

Does Y8 CMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y8 CMB expired on 29 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y8 CMB?
The MOT on Y8 CMB expired on 29 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y8 CMB done?
Y8 CMB was recorded at 93,144 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2022, an average of 2,968 miles a year.
Has Y8 CMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 CMB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y8 CMB 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 Y8 CMB find?
Y8 CMB failed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: offside front inner tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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