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MG MGF

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T81 GJBMOT history

T81 GJB is a red petrol MG MGF first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 95,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jan 2023
Mileage
95,338 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 GJB
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
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T81 GJB was last recorded at 95,338 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Oct 2020: 94,623 miles, lower than 94,818 miles on 29 Oct 2020.

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
94,932 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
406 miles
Average per year
4,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,338 miles
  • 2022 – 94,932 miles
  • 2021 – 94,916 miles
  • 2020 – 94,623 miles
  • 2019 – 92,949 miles
  • 2018 – 91,710 miles
  • 2017 – 88,702 miles
  • 2016 – 85,772 miles
  • 2015 – 82,130 miles
  • 2014 – 76,354 miles
  • 2013 – 71,292 miles
  • 2012 – 66,348 miles
  • 2011 – 59,870 miles
  • 2010 – 47,398 miles
  • 2009 – 42,158 miles
  • 2008 – 35,888 miles
  • 2007 – 32,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,338 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper arm inner dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe corroded and holed and front left corner of subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper arm inner dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration blue smoke during emissions test (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm outer bush at front of hub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe corroded (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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,338 miles (+406)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,338 miles
    Test number
    959201450449
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper arm inner dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe corroded and holed and front left corner of subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper arm inner dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration blue smoke during emissions test (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm outer bush at front of hub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,932 miles (+16)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,932 miles
    Test number
    634026238138
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Knuckle gaitor on upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Knuckle gaitor on upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arm lower outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail94,916 miles (+293)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,916 miles
    Test number
    803258114758
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass94,623 miles (-195)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,623 miles
    Test number
    193645417435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,818 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    217515455407
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail94,818 miles (+1,869)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    303179492523
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension unit has damaged gaitor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,949 miles
    Test number
    171299199611
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded

  8. Fail92,949 miles (+1,239)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,949 miles
    Test number
    187545529826
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded

  9. Pass91,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,710 miles
    Test number
    784354138856
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension and underbody corroded

  10. Fail91,708 miles (+3,006)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,708 miles
    Test number
    752676714555
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension and underbody corroded

  11. Pass88,702 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,702 miles
    Test number
    427826665231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,504 miles (+2,732)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,504 miles
    Test number
    576133793965
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass85,772 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,772 miles
    Test number
    468570321853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail85,771 miles (+37)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    101127985295
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail85,734 miles (+3,604)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,734 miles
    Test number
    231612971398
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass82,130 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,130 miles
    Test number
    296147815418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,990 miles (+5,636)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,990 miles
    Test number
    167341815165
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass76,354 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,354 miles
    Test number
    195232124137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,293 miles (+5,001)1 dangerous8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,293 miles
    Test number
    219353014413
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass71,292 miles (+4,944)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,292 miles
    Test number
    245635903498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,348 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,348 miles
    Test number
    537189802193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  22. Fail66,348 miles (+6,478)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,348 miles
    Test number
    556199202102
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  23. Pass59,870 miles (+12,472)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,870 miles
    Test number
    225157491039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,398 miles (+5,240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,398 miles
    Test number
    562025200123
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass42,158 miles (+6,270)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    404615509174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass35,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,888 miles
    Test number
    423572498082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,888 miles (+3,873)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,888 miles
    Test number
    850642798043
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass32,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,015 miles
    Test number
    533900017194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,015 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,015 miles
    Test number
    764040917187
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  30. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    382278816115
    • NoteBoth rear bottom suspension trailing arm bushes slight movement

Questions about T81 GJB

Does T81 GJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 GJB expired on 25 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 GJB?
The MOT on T81 GJB expired on 25 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 GJB done?
T81 GJB was recorded at 95,338 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 4,025 miles a year.
Has T81 GJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 GJB has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T81 GJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T81 GJB find?
T81 GJB failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper arm inner dust cover; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe corroded and holed and front left corner of subframe, and 7 more.

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