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MG MGF

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T947 BVAMOT history

T947 BVA is a silver petrol MG MGF first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
72,565 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T947 BVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T947 BVA was last recorded at 72,565 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,555 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,565 miles
  • 2022 – 72,555 miles
  • 2021 – 72,101 miles
  • 2020 – 70,669 miles
  • 2019 – 68,781 miles
  • 2018 – 66,319 miles
  • 2017 – 64,680 miles
  • 2016 – 63,048 miles
  • 2015 – 60,717 miles
  • 2014 – 58,770 miles
  • 2013 – 56,555 miles
  • 2012 – 53,744 miles
  • 2011 – 49,972 miles
  • 2010 – 44,765 miles
  • 2008 – 38,574 miles
  • 2007 – 33,062 miles
  • 2006 – 26,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,565 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,565 miles (+10)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,565 miles
    Test number
    557110779686
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,555 miles (+454)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,555 miles
    Test number
    697389758077
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass72,101 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    72,101 miles
    Test number
    639334208961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,100 miles (+1,431)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    209110414183
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    70,669 miles
    Test number
    317099370359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,669 miles (+1,888)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,669 miles
    Test number
    730932594905
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracked

  7. Pass68,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    68,781 miles
    Test number
    310691947767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail68,781 miles (+2,462)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,781 miles
    Test number
    611093778202
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,319 miles (+1,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,319 miles
    Test number
    173760256638
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass64,680 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,680 miles
    Test number
    491853913508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,658 miles (+1,610)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    729121791559
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Cracked & Perished

  12. Pass63,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,048 miles
    Test number
    582065843258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,048 miles (+2,331)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,048 miles
    Test number
    685472809988
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush Linkage Snapped (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust Catalyst Section Heat shield Loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass60,717 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    407253615162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,770 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,770 miles
    Test number
    225614314141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,555 miles (+2,811)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,555 miles
    Test number
    129549403148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,744 miles
    Test number
    688089902183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,744 miles (+3,772)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,744 miles
    Test number
    209758902479
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass49,972 miles (+5,207)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,972 miles
    Test number
    377559801160
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteR/h rear brake binding slightly

  20. Pass44,765 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,765 miles
    Test number
    270312840041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail44,733 miles (+6,159)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    934457420071
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not working

  22. Pass38,574 miles (+5,512)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    523718608392
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass33,062 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,062 miles
    Test number
    743406597285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on front tyres

  24. Fail33,062 miles (+6,228)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,062 miles
    Test number
    561936197207
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on front tyres

  25. Pass26,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,834 miles
    Test number
    660004526124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,834 miles5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,834 miles
    Test number
    783582026193
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T947 BVA

Does T947 BVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T947 BVA expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T947 BVA?
The MOT on T947 BVA expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T947 BVA done?
T947 BVA was recorded at 72,565 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 2,566 miles a year.
Has T947 BVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T947 BVA has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T947 BVA 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 T947 BVA find?
T947 BVA failed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill subframe mount; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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