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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

L20 BGAMOT history

L20 BGA is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 69,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2026
Mileage
69,344 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 BGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 BGA was last recorded at 69,344 miles on 28 Jul 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,341 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,344 miles
  • 2024 – 69,341 miles
  • 2023 – 69,328 miles
  • 2022 – 69,296 miles
  • 2021 – 69,009 miles
  • 2020 – 68,307 miles
  • 2019 – 66,335 miles
  • 2018 – 63,155 miles
  • 2017 – 60,638 miles
  • 2016 – 58,565 miles
  • 2015 – 58,162 miles
  • 2014 – 56,757 miles
  • 2013 – 52,578 miles
  • 2012 – 50,747 miles
  • 2011 – 49,906 miles
  • 2010 – 48,868 miles
  • 2009 – 48,105 miles
  • 2008 – 46,535 miles
  • 2007 – 45,369 miles
  • 2006 – 44,397 miles
  • 2005 – 43,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,344 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wing has corrosion

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass69,344 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    69,344 miles
    Test number
    812845848732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wing has corrosion
  2. Pass69,341 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    69,341 miles
    Test number
    359277053973
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail69,339 miles (+11)1 dangerous8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    738274993646
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront headlight aim slightly weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass69,328 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,328 miles
    Test number
    692262352887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass69,296 miles (+287)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,296 miles
    Test number
    898157881636
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass69,009 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,009 miles
    Test number
    573846647817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,307 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,307 miles
    Test number
    328718839498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail68,307 miles (+1,972)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,307 miles
    Test number
    487544498968
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass66,335 miles (+3,180)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,335 miles
    Test number
    710429001136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,155 miles (+2,517)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,155 miles
    Test number
    805636609171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,638 miles (+2,073)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,638 miles
    Test number
    260241257452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,565 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    58,565 miles
    Test number
    814504873488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail58,565 miles (+403)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,565 miles
    Test number
    963901265180
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass58,162 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    716135225240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,757 miles (+4,179)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,757 miles
    Test number
    279815644226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,578 miles (+1,831)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,578 miles
    Test number
    769592733289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,747 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,747 miles
    Test number
    416995532286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,906 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,906 miles
    Test number
    975986451242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,868 miles (+1,000)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,868 miles
    Test number
    936029241288
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  20. Pass48,868 miles (+763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    193674840248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass48,105 miles (+1,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,105 miles
    Test number
    261635549209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  22. Pass46,535 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    46,535 miles
    Test number
    570255058294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,369 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,369 miles
    Test number
    244646237246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,397 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,397 miles
    Test number
    192175466234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,109 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,109 miles
    Test number
    190357455296
    • NoteExhaust baffles or heat shield loose
    • NoteRear brake pads low

Questions about L20 BGA

Does L20 BGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 BGA expired on 27 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 BGA?
The MOT on L20 BGA expired on 27 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 BGA done?
L20 BGA was recorded at 69,344 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2025, an average of 1,320 miles a year.
Has L20 BGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 BGA has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L20 BGA 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 L20 BGA find?
L20 BGA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear wing has corrosion.

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