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MG MGF

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T505 BPYMOT history

T505 BPY is a white petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2025 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 58,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2025
Mileage
58,514 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T505 BPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T505 BPY was last recorded at 58,514 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,341 miles · 12 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,173 miles
Average per year
1,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,514 miles
  • 2024 – 57,341 miles
  • 2023 – 56,300 miles
  • 2022 – 55,066 miles
  • 2021 – 55,051 miles
  • 2020 – 53,259 miles
  • 2019 – 53,097 miles
  • 2018 – 50,411 miles
  • 2017 – 48,276 miles
  • 2016 – 42,936 miles
  • 2015 – 40,329 miles
  • 2014 – 37,728 miles
  • 2013 – 35,935 miles
  • 2012 – 34,524 miles
  • 2011 – 31,684 miles
  • 2010 – 28,974 miles
  • 2009 – 26,262 miles
  • 2008 – 24,975 miles
  • 2007 – 23,394 miles
  • 2006 – 21,967 miles
  • 2005 – 19,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,514 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around manifold area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 17 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,514 miles (+1,173)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,514 miles
    Test number
    225399253778
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass57,341 miles (+1,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    57,341 miles
    Test number
    699039029649
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass56,300 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,300 miles
    Test number
    567543865582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,066 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,066 miles
    Test number
    687368105637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail55,051 miles (+1,771)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    478309881345
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to outer sill along bottom edge corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor pan/box section area to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,280 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,280 miles
    Test number
    755934503955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,263 miles (+4)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,263 miles
    Test number
    847350396863
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front limited suspension travel, bump stop clearance minimal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass53,259 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    53,259 miles
    Test number
    432029559984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail53,255 miles (+158)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,255 miles
    Test number
    735492942315
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass53,097 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,097 miles
    Test number
    968893877346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    626537462023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,361 miles (+1,950)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    369812927591
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass50,411 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,411 miles
    Test number
    555388337546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,276 miles (+99)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,276 miles
    Test number
    323382279144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail48,177 miles (+5,241)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,177 miles
    Test number
    131115877408
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around manifold area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,936 miles (+2,607)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,936 miles
    Test number
    916988343243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,329 miles (+2,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,329 miles
    Test number
    462624991348
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass37,728 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,728 miles
    Test number
    309604874418
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteUnder vehicle covered in under seal

  19. Fail37,728 miles (+1,793)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,728 miles
    Test number
    418230474270
    • FailureFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease

  20. Pass35,935 miles (+1,411)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,935 miles
    Test number
    697611813266
    • NoteAll over corrosion including steering suspension and brake components
    • NoteHeavy waxoiling making inspection hard
    • NoteWipers poor just clearing

  21. Pass34,524 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,524 miles
    Test number
    387239522418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,474 miles (+2,790)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,474 miles
    Test number
    986197222271
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass31,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    31,684 miles
    Test number
    135880321287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,684 miles (+2,710)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,684 miles
    Test number
    359810521488
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass28,974 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,974 miles
    Test number
    583180930283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

  26. Fail28,974 miles (+2,712)1 failure8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,974 miles
    Test number
    174360930249
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

  27. Pass26,262 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,262 miles
    Test number
    330189819419
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipoes routed over fuel tank cannot be in spected visually

  28. Fail26,262 miles (+1,287)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,262 miles
    Test number
    754649919213
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipoes routed over fuel tank cannot be in spected visually

  29. Pass24,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,975 miles
    Test number
    773047428211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail24,975 miles (+1,581)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,975 miles
    Test number
    330717428483
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass23,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,394 miles
    Test number
    524095527296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail23,394 miles (+1,427)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,394 miles
    Test number
    561265427293
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  33. Pass21,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,967 miles
    Test number
    594994236258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail21,967 miles (+2,285)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,967 miles
    Test number
    164243136262
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass19,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    19,682 miles
    Test number
    162809125262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T505 BPY

Does T505 BPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T505 BPY expired on 1 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T505 BPY?
The MOT on T505 BPY expired on 1 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T505 BPY done?
T505 BPY was recorded at 58,514 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,899 miles a year.
Has T505 BPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T505 BPY has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T505 BPY 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 T505 BPY find?
T505 BPY failed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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