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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T230 BPOMOT history

T230 BPO is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,369 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2023
Mileage
85,369 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T230 BPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T230 BPO was last recorded at 85,369 miles on 1 Jun 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,360 miles · 21 May 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,369 miles
  • 2020 – 80,082 miles
  • 2019 – 73,826 miles
  • 2018 – 70,066 miles
  • 2017 – 66,477 miles
  • 2016 – 63,786 miles
  • 2015 – 63,178 miles
  • 2014 – 62,590 miles
  • 2013 – 61,221 miles
  • 2012 – 61,025 miles
  • 2011 – 60,466 miles
  • 2010 – 59,730 miles
  • 2009 – 58,932 miles
  • 2008 – 47,074 miles
  • 2007 – 40,725 miles
  • 2006 – 34,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,369 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,369 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    85,369 miles
    Test number
    393042750634
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail85,360 miles (+5,278)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    561160482188
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass80,082 miles (+52)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,082 miles
    Test number
    948623097125
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail80,030 miles (+6,204)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,030 miles
    Test number
    417675701929
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.79% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,826 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    970637407593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail73,703 miles (+3,637)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,703 miles
    Test number
    469892600802
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass70,066 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,066 miles
    Test number
    336544361137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,004 miles (+3,527)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,004 miles
    Test number
    325508623987
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  9. Pass66,477 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,477 miles
    Test number
    963212344965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,786 miles (+608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,786 miles
    Test number
    897632035522
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  11. Pass63,178 miles (+19)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,178 miles
    Test number
    245791725422
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail63,159 miles (+569)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,159 miles
    Test number
    176989015189
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass62,590 miles (+1,369)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,590 miles
    Test number
    295374974000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass61,221 miles (+196)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,221 miles
    Test number
    887121073018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCatalytic converter rattles
    • NoteNearside front hub slight leakage of grease

  15. Pass61,025 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,025 miles
    Test number
    549564572027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front head light aims deteriorated
    • NoteCatalytic converter rattles

  16. Fail61,025 miles (+559)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,025 miles
    Test number
    457143572097
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front head light aims deteriorated
    • NoteCatalytic converter rattles

  17. Pass60,466 miles (+736)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    468683071063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front headlightly lenses slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass59,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,730 miles
    Test number
    932361360032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail59,730 miles (+798)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,730 miles
    Test number
    283391960014
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front suspension becoming close to bumpstop

  20. Pass58,932 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,932 miles
    Test number
    282603979037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail58,922 miles (+11,848)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,922 miles
    Test number
    442792079084
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,074 miles (+6,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    201190478022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass40,725 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,725 miles
    Test number
    880003757046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,816 miles
    Test number
    920708646048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T230 BPO

Does T230 BPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T230 BPO expired on 31 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T230 BPO?
The MOT on T230 BPO expired on 31 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T230 BPO done?
T230 BPO was recorded at 85,369 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2022, an average of 3,104 miles a year.
Has T230 BPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T230 BPO has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T230 BPO 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 T230 BPO find?
T230 BPO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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