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White · Petrol · 1961 · 948 cc

YSL 915MOT history

YSL 915 is a white petrol MG Midget first used on 1 Dec 1961. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2023
Mileage
72,535 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
YSL 915
Registration format
Dateless
Make
MG
Model
Midget
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
1 Dec 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

YSL 915 was last recorded at 72,535 miles on 1 Aug 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 May 2007: 71,320 miles, lower than 81,058 miles on 26 May 2006.
  • 27 Jun 2012: 72,102 miles, lower than 72,139 miles on 27 Jun 2011.

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
72,525 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
10 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,535 miles
  • 2021 – 72,525 miles
  • 2020 – 72,498 miles
  • 2019 – 72,488 miles
  • 2018 – 72,459 miles
  • 2017 – 72,448 miles
  • 2016 – 72,401 miles
  • 2015 – 72,386 miles
  • 2012 – 72,102 miles
  • 2011 – 72,139 miles
  • 2010 – 72,116 miles
  • 2009 – 71,910 miles
  • 2008 – 71,836 miles
  • 2007 – 71,320 miles
  • 2006 – 81,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,535 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Coolant leak radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage in arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,535 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    974699405993
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass72,525 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,525 miles
    Test number
    943798036438
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass72,498 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,498 miles
    Test number
    996488619004
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass72,488 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,488 miles
    Test number
    894649782517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,459 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,459 miles
    Test number
    631526596205
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail72,456 miles (+8)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,456 miles
    Test number
    284629646977
    • DangerousNearside Front brake hose rubbing on wheel on full lock
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass72,448 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    561375540772
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage in arm (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  8. Fail72,439 miles (+38)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,439 miles
    Test number
    317287090816
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage in arm (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  9. Pass72,401 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,401 miles
    Test number
    470799077323
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryN/side rear shockasorber slight/wear in arm
    • AdvisoryO/side front brake binding on slightly
  10. Pass72,386 miles (+284)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,386 miles
    Test number
    725031305297
    • NoteN/side front wheel bearing becoming noisey
    • NoteN/side rear shockasorber arm slight play/wear
  11. Pass72,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    707751482173
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
  12. Fail72,102 miles (-37)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,102 miles
    Test number
    809829272142
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
  13. Pass72,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    207958071119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,139 miles (+23)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    507772571166
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)
  15. Pass72,116 miles (+206)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    973566370189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly
  16. Pass71,910 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,910 miles
    Test number
    264787859103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,836 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,836 miles
    Test number
    180200558197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,320 miles (-9,738)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    71,320 miles
    Test number
    523674947155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    81,058 miles
    Test number
    521206546157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,058 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,058 miles
    Test number
    740076946106
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Questions about YSL 915

What vehicle is registration YSL 915 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YSL 915 on a white petrol MG Midget first used on 1 Dec 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YSL 915 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YSL 915 expired on 31 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YSL 915?
The MOT on YSL 915 expired on 31 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YSL 915 done?
YSL 915 was recorded at 72,535 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2022.
Has YSL 915 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YSL 915 has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on YSL 915 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 24 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on YSL 915 find?
YSL 915 passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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