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MG MGF

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R798 JPDMOT history

R798 JPD is a green petrol MG MGF first used on 20 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 29 MOT tests, with 108,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2024
Mileage
108,315 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
13 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R798 JPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R798 JPD was last recorded at 108,315 miles on 11 Nov 2024, 923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Apr 2016: 85,294 miles, lower than 94,709 miles on 12 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,392 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
923 miles
Average per year
4,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,315 miles
  • 2023 – 107,392 miles
  • 2022 – 106,960 miles
  • 2021 – 106,892 miles
  • 2020 – 106,890 miles
  • 2019 – 104,819 miles
  • 2018 – 102,684 miles
  • 2017 – 101,902 miles
  • 2016 – 85,294 miles
  • 2015 – 83,652 miles
  • 2014 – 66,880 miles
  • 2013 – 62,892 miles
  • 2012 – 57,726 miles
  • 2010 – 51,012 miles
  • 2009 – 45,410 miles
  • 2008 – 41,085 miles
  • 2007 – 31,911 miles
  • 2005 – 29,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,315 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system burst brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Failure7 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Central Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,315 miles (+923)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,315 miles
    Test number
    627849201962
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system burst brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass107,392 miles (+27)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,392 miles
    Test number
    472873369841
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail107,365 miles (+405)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,365 miles
    Test number
    688082933737
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail106,960 miles (+68)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,960 miles
    Test number
    584333310075
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail106,892 miles (+2)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,892 miles
    Test number
    729656434293
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side

  6. Fail106,890 miles (+2,071)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,890 miles
    Test number
    685459234897
    • DangerousNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  7. Pass104,819 miles (+2,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    104,819 miles
    Test number
    709728687040
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass102,684 miles (+782)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,684 miles
    Test number
    977516648959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,902 miles (+16,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,902 miles
    Test number
    609742064204
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass85,294 miles (-9,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,294 miles
    Test number
    407599538154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail94,709 miles (+170)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,709 miles
    Test number
    585109928920
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail94,539 miles (+42)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,539 miles
    Test number
    230798733947
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear n/s and o/s sills
    • AdvisorySlight rear side lamp interaction

  13. Fail94,497 miles (+33)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,497 miles
    Test number
    207053377578
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  14. Fail94,464 miles (+10,812)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,464 miles
    Test number
    657550992330
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass83,652 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,652 miles
    Test number
    156597955013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail83,621 miles (+16,741)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,621 miles
    Test number
    645478645089
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass66,880 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,880 miles
    Test number
    518989544045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,892 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,892 miles
    Test number
    297426153032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,834 miles (+5,108)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,834 miles
    Test number
    929504943047
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass57,726 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,726 miles
    Test number
    509461852020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,695 miles (+6,683)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,695 miles
    Test number
    105595942491
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteLower engine mount split

  22. Pass51,012 miles (+5,602)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,012 miles
    Test number
    311089000325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,410 miles (+281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,410 miles
    Test number
    342245989277
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail45,129 miles (+4,044)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,129 miles
    Test number
    690990759206
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass41,085 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,085 miles
    Test number
    784476648279
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail41,085 miles (+44)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,085 miles
    Test number
    452595948225
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail41,041 miles (+9,130)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    671309498188
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  28. Pass31,911 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,911 miles
    Test number
    602751787038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,147 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,147 miles
    Test number
    214680975271
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about R798 JPD

Does R798 JPD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R798 JPD expired on 28 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R798 JPD?
The MOT on R798 JPD expired on 28 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R798 JPD done?
R798 JPD was recorded at 108,315 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2024, an average of 4,140 miles a year.
Has R798 JPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R798 JPD has failed 16 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on R798 JPD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R798 JPD find?
R798 JPD failed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 8 advisories: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system burst brake pipe; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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