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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T231 BPOMOT history

T231 BPO is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 64,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
64,197 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 BPO was last recorded at 64,197 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 1,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,503 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,694 miles
Average per year
1,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,197 miles
  • 2025 – 62,503 miles
  • 2024 – 60,238 miles
  • 2023 – 56,715 miles
  • 2022 – 54,150 miles
  • 2021 – 53,573 miles
  • 2019 – 52,509 miles
  • 2018 – 51,134 miles
  • 2017 – 50,139 miles
  • 2016 – 48,470 miles
  • 2015 – 46,714 miles
  • 2014 – 45,906 miles
  • 2013 – 44,961 miles
  • 2011 – 44,952 miles
  • 2010 – 43,889 miles
  • 2009 – 42,098 miles
  • 2008 – 39,635 miles
  • 2007 – 36,793 miles
  • 2006 – 34,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,197 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering defective but operational

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,197 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    64,197 miles
    Test number
    632138466304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering defective but operational

  2. Fail64,195 miles (+1,692)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,195 miles
    Test number
    705553006285
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering defective but operational

  3. Pass62,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    139699763052
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear coolant pipes corroded

  4. Fail62,503 miles (+2,265)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    327868096362
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear coolant pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear service brakes efficiency below requirements

  5. Pass60,238 miles (+3,523)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,238 miles
    Test number
    373483434940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,715 miles (+2,565)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    56,715 miles
    Test number
    791141321070
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush

  7. Pass54,150 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    54,150 miles
    Test number
    574294406841
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Signs of a coolant leak, radiator area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail54,150 miles (+577)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,150 miles
    Test number
    968002776166
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Signs of a coolant leak, radiator area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Subframe Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass53,573 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,573 miles
    Test number
    673554600077
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak (radiator)

  10. Fail53,573 miles (+1,064)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,573 miles
    Test number
    944392206074
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak (radiator)

  11. Pass52,509 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    916833844585
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch Slave Cylinder Slight Seepage/ Worn/ Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration Plate Cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail52,509 miles (+1,375)3 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    704057253328
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch Slave Cylinder Slight Seepage/ Worn/ Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration Plate Cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner Sidewall/ Void Of Tread Inner Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass51,134 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,134 miles
    Test number
    145493043441
    • AdvisoryFront front no plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sun visor not locating correctly
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail51,127 miles (+988)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,127 miles
    Test number
    663562490641
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • AdvisoryFront front no plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sun visor not locating correctly
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass50,139 miles (+1,669)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,139 miles
    Test number
    251466448457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Smooth Inner Shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass48,470 miles (+1,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    427983611179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Worn Inner Shoulder

  17. Pass46,714 miles (+808)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,714 miles
    Test number
    528720825166
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteFront Nearside Wiper Smears
    • NoteOffside Rear Sill Damaged

  18. Pass45,906 miles (+945)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,906 miles
    Test number
    328685314143
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Pass44,961 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,961 miles
    Test number
    295059623179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass44,952 miles (+1,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    445436391188
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass43,889 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,889 miles
    Test number
    332886920146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r sill panel.

  22. Fail43,889 miles (+1,791)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,889 miles
    Test number
    161436920105
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDamage to o/s/r sill panel.

  23. Pass42,098 miles (+2,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,098 miles
    Test number
    461373739177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass39,635 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,635 miles
    Test number
    603355108124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight lift detected in n/s/front and o/s/front top ball pins

  25. Fail39,653 miles (+2,860)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,653 miles
    Test number
    211705408192
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight lift detected in n/s/front and o/s/front top ball pins

  26. Pass36,793 miles (+2,089)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,793 miles
    Test number
    140781107117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight lift detected in the n/s/front top ball pin.

  27. Pass34,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,704 miles
    Test number
    562590906187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,704 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,704 miles
    Test number
    130736496014
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLIFT DETECTED ON BOTH O/S/TOP BALL PINS AND N/S/F.

Questions about T231 BPO

Does T231 BPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 BPO is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 BPO?
The MOT on T231 BPO is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 BPO done?
T231 BPO was recorded at 64,197 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 1,456 miles a year.
Has T231 BPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 BPO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T231 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 T231 BPO find?
T231 BPO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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