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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T985 JGFMOT history

T985 JGF is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 6 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2023
Mileage
93,723 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 JGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 JGF was last recorded at 93,723 miles on 16 Mar 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,712 miles · 8 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,723 miles
  • 2021 – 86,420 miles
  • 2018 – 83,272 miles
  • 2017 – 75,536 miles
  • 2016 – 68,431 miles
  • 2015 – 63,483 miles
  • 2014 – 57,310 miles
  • 2013 – 46,355 miles
  • 2012 – 40,101 miles
  • 2011 – 39,042 miles
  • 2010 – 37,720 miles
  • 2009 – 36,743 miles
  • 2007 – 34,825 miles
  • 2006 – 31,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,723 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • H/lamps deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,723 miles (+11)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,723 miles
    Test number
    103410414576
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail93,712 miles (+7,292)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,712 miles
    Test number
    102399033044
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass86,420 miles (+3,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,420 miles
    Test number
    341048908041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass83,272 miles (+7,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,272 miles
    Test number
    853645312676
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner edges

  5. Pass75,536 miles (+7,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,536 miles
    Test number
    442791854370
    • AdvisoryH/lamps slightly deteriorated

  6. Pass68,431 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,431 miles
    Test number
    389621447758
    • AdvisoryH/lamps deteriorated

  7. Fail68,226 miles (+4,743)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,226 miles
    Test number
    893748771181
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryH/lamps deteriorated

  8. Pass63,483 miles (+6,173)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,483 miles
    Test number
    267576645479
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre low inner edge

  9. Pass57,310 miles (+10,955)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,310 miles
    Test number
    609350654176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  10. Pass46,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,355 miles
    Test number
    288819553418
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail46,355 miles (+6,254)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,355 miles
    Test number
    615487253179
    • FailureFront Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail40,101 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    507167842127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass40,101 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    837977342189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,042 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,042 miles
    Test number
    805840031193
    • NoteInner side of front discs are corroded

  15. Fail39,036 miles (+1,316)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,036 miles
    Test number
    798110231105
    • 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)
    • NoteInner side of front discs are corroded

  16. Fail37,720 miles1 repaired8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,720 miles
    Test number
    673572300144
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust system is rusted
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn
    • NoteFront inner wings shield are damaged
    • NoteHead lights focus is very poor
    • NoteN/s rear brake is slow to operate
    • NoteRear brake discs are rusted
    • NoteVarious brake pipes are rusted
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

  17. Pass37,720 miles (+977)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,720 miles
    Test number
    704522700115
    • NoteExhaust system is rusted
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn
    • NoteFront inner wings shield are damaged
    • NoteHead lights focus is very poor
    • NoteN/s rear brake is slow to operate
    • NoteRear brake discs are rusted
    • NoteVarious brake pipes are rusted
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

  18. Pass36,743 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,743 miles
    Test number
    260822969051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront brake discs are rusted and worn
    • NoteN/s front towing eye is damaged
    • NoteRear towing eye and mounting damaged
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

  19. Fail36,743 miles (+1,918)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,743 miles
    Test number
    152991869435
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs are rusted and worn
    • NoteN/s front towing eye is damaged
    • NoteRear towing eye and mounting damaged
    • NoteWheel rims are scored

  20. Pass34,825 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,825 miles
    Test number
    122343767128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFloor slightly distorted
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • NoteParking brake performance low
    • NoteRear of both sills are coverd not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteWheel rims scuffed

  21. Fail34,825 miles (+3,124)1 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,825 miles
    Test number
    494563867187
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFloor slightly distorted
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • NoteParking brake performance low
    • NoteRear of both sills are coverd not allowing a full inspection
    • NoteWheel rims scuffed

  22. Pass31,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,701 miles
    Test number
    330336346089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T985 JGF

Does T985 JGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 JGF expired on 13 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 JGF?
The MOT on T985 JGF expired on 13 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 JGF done?
T985 JGF was recorded at 93,723 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2022, an average of 3,857 miles a year.
Has T985 JGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 JGF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T985 JGF 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 T985 JGF find?
T985 JGF passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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