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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T883 BTRMOT history

T883 BTR is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 42,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2025
Mileage
42,584 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T883 BTR
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T883 BTR was last recorded at 42,584 miles on 2 Sept 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,576 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 42,584 miles
  • 2023 – 42,055 miles
  • 2022 – 41,359 miles
  • 2021 – 40,108 miles
  • 2020 – 37,919 miles
  • 2019 – 35,778 miles
  • 2018 – 34,250 miles
  • 2017 – 31,215 miles
  • 2016 – 30,119 miles
  • 2015 – 27,715 miles
  • 2014 – 23,678 miles
  • 2013 – 21,272 miles
  • 2011 – 21,023 miles
  • 2007 – 19,967 miles
  • 2006 – 18,496 miles
  • 2005 – 16,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,584 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryGeneral Underside Corrosion.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,584 miles (+8)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    200170804381
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underside Corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail42,576 miles (+521)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,576 miles
    Test number
    257088424194
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.61 % (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area holed by corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working Lens missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass42,055 miles (+696)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,055 miles
    Test number
    182761105476
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack inner joint
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle generally corroded

  4. Pass41,359 miles (+1,251)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,359 miles
    Test number
    174157809990
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass40,108 miles (+2,189)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,108 miles
    Test number
    362840989436
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst rattling

  6. Pass37,919 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,919 miles
    Test number
    335522305943
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail37,908 miles (+2,130)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,908 miles
    Test number
    875770775085
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass35,778 miles (+1,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    35,778 miles
    Test number
    776561166267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside suspension low

  9. Pass34,250 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,250 miles
    Test number
    121228441683
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail34,250 miles (+3,035)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,250 miles
    Test number
    331539593139
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass31,215 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,215 miles
    Test number
    753875949120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail31,211 miles (+1,092)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,211 miles
    Test number
    593497669958
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass30,119 miles (+2,404)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,119 miles
    Test number
    477713949122
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass27,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    249775875057
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Fail27,715 miles (+4,037)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    466865875003
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass23,678 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    23,678 miles
    Test number
    545010584011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,272 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,272 miles
    Test number
    447399593054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,023 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,023 miles
    Test number
    355023951180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,967 miles (+1,471)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    474856527286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,496 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,496 miles
    Test number
    482128126211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    16,982 miles
    Test number
    283912925278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T883 BTR

Does T883 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T883 BTR expired on 1 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T883 BTR?
The MOT on T883 BTR expired on 1 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T883 BTR done?
T883 BTR was recorded at 42,584 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2024, an average of 1,343 miles a year.
Has T883 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T883 BTR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T883 BTR 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 T883 BTR find?
T883 BTR passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 3 more.

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