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MG MGF

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T470 BNMMOT history

T470 BNM is a grey petrol MG MGF first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2021
Mileage
89,194 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T470 BNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T470 BNM was last recorded at 89,194 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,784 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
410 miles
Average per year
2,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,194 miles
  • 2020 – 88,784 miles
  • 2019 – 88,678 miles
  • 2018 – 87,540 miles
  • 2017 – 83,467 miles
  • 2016 – 80,781 miles
  • 2015 – 79,251 miles
  • 2014 – 77,558 miles
  • 2013 – 77,368 miles
  • 2012 – 77,007 miles
  • 2011 – 76,012 miles
  • 2010 – 75,721 miles
  • 2009 – 69,790 miles
  • 2008 – 62,983 miles
  • 2007 – 54,618 miles
  • 2006 – 50,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,194 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front subframe badly corroded hold and weakend (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bush collapsed (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drag link/track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted masking some testable items
  • AdvisoryVehicle underside in general has heavy age related corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,194 miles (+410)1 dangerous7 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,194 miles
    Test number
    911466556601
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front subframe badly corroded hold and weakend (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush bush collapsed (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play drag link/track control arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted masking some testable items
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside in general has heavy age related corrosion

  2. Pass88,784 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    192075353720
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail88,784 miles (+106)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    759677020508
    • DangerousRear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,678 miles
    Test number
    821125831454
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,678 miles (+1,138)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,678 miles
    Test number
    920447620370
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,540 miles
    Test number
    179397868833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,540 miles (+4,073)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,540 miles
    Test number
    368752831320
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,467 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,467 miles
    Test number
    153366060332
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass80,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    876486645839
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of vehicle
    • AdvisorySuspension hard

  10. Fail80,781 miles (+1,530)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    509200890283
    • FailureEmissions not tested exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of vehicle
    • AdvisorySuspension hard

  11. Pass79,251 miles (+1,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,251 miles
    Test number
    634237564556
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a slight leak.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to the chassis.

  12. Pass77,558 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    77,558 miles
    Test number
    448725014377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail77,555 miles (+187)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    488148004454
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass77,368 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,368 miles
    Test number
    417037273235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail77,365 miles (+358)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,365 miles
    Test number
    169504873278
    • FailureFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  16. Pass77,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,007 miles
    Test number
    429956822360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,007 miles (+995)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,007 miles
    Test number
    986268712340
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass76,012 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,012 miles
    Test number
    845757751232
    • NoteFront and rear discs pitted and corroded

  19. Fail76,009 miles (+288)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,009 miles
    Test number
    499395051278
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear discs pitted and corroded

  20. Pass75,721 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,721 miles
    Test number
    160808850259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,719 miles (+5,929)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,719 miles
    Test number
    513737550268
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear discs rusted

  22. Pass69,790 miles (+286)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,790 miles
    Test number
    231939159255
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s front sub frame bolt bent

  23. Pass69,504 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,504 miles
    Test number
    961303669186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail69,494 miles (+71)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,494 miles
    Test number
    890570369188
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail69,423 miles (+6,440)5 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,423 miles
    Test number
    120159549181
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Steering arm excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering arm excessively corroded and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass62,983 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,983 miles
    Test number
    711144858144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

  27. Fail62,983 miles (+8,365)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,983 miles
    Test number
    780072358110
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread

  28. Pass54,618 miles (+3,695)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,618 miles
    Test number
    820566647154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass50,923 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,923 miles
    Test number
    740911356178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T470 BNM

Does T470 BNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T470 BNM expired on 16 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T470 BNM?
The MOT on T470 BNM expired on 16 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T470 BNM done?
T470 BNM was recorded at 89,194 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 2,374 miles a year.
Has T470 BNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T470 BNM has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T470 BNM 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 T470 BNM find?
T470 BNM failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; front sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front subframe badly corroded hold and weakend; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades, and 19 more.

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