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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T430 BVPMOT history

T430 BVP is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
107,611 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T430 BVP
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 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T430 BVP was last recorded at 107,611 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,586 miles · 3 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
2,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,611 miles
  • 2022 – 105,967 miles
  • 2021 – 105,946 miles
  • 2020 – 101,735 miles
  • 2017 – 97,908 miles
  • 2016 – 95,219 miles
  • 2015 – 93,614 miles
  • 2014 – 92,864 miles
  • 2013 – 89,308 miles
  • 2012 – 87,460 miles
  • 2011 – 86,818 miles
  • 2010 – 83,041 miles
  • 2009 – 82,286 miles
  • 2008 – 77,887 miles
  • 2007 – 70,657 miles
  • 2006 – 66,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,611 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,611 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,611 miles
    Test number
    122895357330
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail107,586 miles (+1,619)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,586 miles
    Test number
    912666541064
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced And Suspension Components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass105,967 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    226249622212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail105,946 miles (+4,211)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,946 miles
    Test number
    188215181557
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass101,735 miles (+3,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,735 miles
    Test number
    387559567319
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass97,908 miles (+2,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    764995075925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play slight noise (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  7. Pass95,219 miles (+1,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,219 miles
    Test number
    534326548958
    • AdvisoryFluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated ride hight low (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass93,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    456284778139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,614 miles (+750)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    677178649980
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass92,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,864 miles
    Test number
    318226094436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,864 miles (+3,556)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,864 miles
    Test number
    697068184243
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass89,308 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,308 miles
    Test number
    316788183212
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail89,290 miles (+1,830)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,290 miles
    Test number
    517862783285
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear service brake effort low

  14. Pass87,460 miles (+642)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,460 miles
    Test number
    139547372265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside headlamp pattern of poor quality

  15. Pass86,818 miles (+58)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    719774681251
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail86,760 miles (+3,719)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,760 miles
    Test number
    299376571254
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass83,041 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,041 miles
    Test number
    321954270474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,286 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    82,286 miles
    Test number
    320819079254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail82,273 miles (+4,386)2 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,273 miles
    Test number
    142437669208
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  20. Pass77,887 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    102119268244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    594315857142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail70,657 miles (+4,535)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,657 miles
    Test number
    961925757117
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront to rear coolant pipe leaking
    • NoteNs sill damaged
    • NoteOsf tyre inner edge worn
    • NoteRear discs rusty on inner faces

  23. Pass66,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    66,122 miles
    Test number
    880536956185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,122 miles (+397)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,122 miles
    Test number
    103706956122
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Fail65,725 miles (+728)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,725 miles
    Test number
    840047136177
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Fail64,997 miles1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,997 miles
    Test number
    540607796095
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T430 BVP

Does T430 BVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T430 BVP expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T430 BVP?
The MOT on T430 BVP expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T430 BVP done?
T430 BVP was recorded at 107,611 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 2,524 miles a year.
Has T430 BVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T430 BVP has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T430 BVP 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 T430 BVP find?
T430 BVP passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components.; rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension components..

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