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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T488 BGOMOT history

T488 BGO is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 141,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2023
Mileage
141,899 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 BGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T488 BGO was last recorded at 141,899 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,166 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
733 miles
Average per year
1,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,899 miles
  • 2022 – 141,166 miles
  • 2021 – 140,978 miles
  • 2019 – 138,789 miles
  • 2018 – 133,995 miles
  • 2017 – 131,085 miles
  • 2016 – 130,243 miles
  • 2015 – 129,140 miles
  • 2014 – 127,625 miles
  • 2013 – 126,740 miles
  • 2012 – 123,942 miles
  • 2011 – 122,013 miles
  • 2009 – 119,475 miles
  • 2008 – 116,145 miles
  • 2007 – 114,026 miles
  • 2006 – 113,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,899 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,899 miles (+733)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,899 miles
    Test number
    100234612827
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed car over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,166 miles (+188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,166 miles
    Test number
    556818036154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,978 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    140,978 miles
    Test number
    173154534465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,789 miles (+4,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    138,789 miles
    Test number
    858877633276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,995 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,995 miles
    Test number
    373533637088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,977 miles (+2,892)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,977 miles
    Test number
    554321334013
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/body (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,085 miles (+842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,085 miles
    Test number
    868300607860
    • AdvisoryAdvise pads and discs allround corroded

  8. Pass130,243 miles (+1,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    130,243 miles
    Test number
    786732220032
    • AdvisorySlight corosion on front and rear brake discs

  9. Pass129,140 miles (+1,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    129,140 miles
    Test number
    358910215455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass127,625 miles (+885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,625 miles
    Test number
    908145694118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass126,740 miles (+2,798)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    126,740 miles
    Test number
    945117593167
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass123,942 miles (+51)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    123,942 miles
    Test number
    737745302240
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail123,891 miles (+1,878)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,891 miles
    Test number
    779748792116
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass122,013 miles (+2,538)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    122,013 miles
    Test number
    335045411211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake discs slight corrosion.
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass119,475 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    119,475 miles
    Test number
    990146909337
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated

  16. Fail119,451 miles (+3,306)2 dangerous5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,451 miles
    Test number
    783165599230
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated

  17. Pass116,145 miles (+2,119)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    116,145 miles
    Test number
    373054688464
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass114,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    114,026 miles
    Test number
    970051387248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail114,026 miles (+1,025)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,026 miles
    Test number
    621311987215
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass113,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    113,001 miles
    Test number
    213439486266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 BGO

Does T488 BGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T488 BGO expired on 6 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T488 BGO?
The MOT on T488 BGO expired on 6 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T488 BGO done?
T488 BGO was recorded at 141,899 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 1,754 miles a year.
Has T488 BGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 BGO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T488 BGO 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 T488 BGO find?
T488 BGO failed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions unable to be completed car over heating; nearside rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 3 more.

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