C9JEF - MG MGF
MOT: ValidGB
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The MG MGF, often referred to simply as the MGF, is a compact, two-seater roadster that captured the imagination of driving enthusiasts in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Manufactured by MG Rover between 1995 and 2005, this British sports car is renowned for its lightweight design and engaging driving experience. Featuring a mid-mounted engine and a soft-top roof, the MGF offered a blend of sporty performance and practicality, making it a distinctive choice among small convertibles. Its innovative engineering and classic British styling have cemented its status as a beloved model in the realm of affordable sports cars.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 32 MOT tests
This MG MGF, registration C9JEF, was manufactured in 1998 and first registered in March 1998. It has a green exterior and is equipped with a 1796cc petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 26 June 2026, with the latest test conducted on 27 June 2025. It has recorded a mileage of 102,192 miles. The MOT included advisories for slight play in the nearside track rod end ball joint and the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint, both non-dangerous. No CO2 emissions data is available. Overall, the vehicle is in roadworthy condition with noted minor suspension advisories.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
32
Passed Tests
20
Failed Tests
12
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 27 June 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,192 mi
Expires: 26 June 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 14 June 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,161 mi
Expires: 22 June 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 09 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,120 mi
Expires: 22 June 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Passed - 07 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,960 mi
Expires: 22 June 2023
Failed - 01 June 2022 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,930 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Major Defects:
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Passed - 18 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,540 mi
Expires: 22 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Passed - 23 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,503 mi
Expires: 22 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory smell of fuel in boot/engine bay but no leaks found
Passed - 21 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,968 mi
Expires: 27 December 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Failed - 21 June 2019 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,968 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed - 20 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,071 mi
Expires: 27 June 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Failed - 19 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,070 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front 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))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Passed - 28 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 99,065 mi
Expires: 27 June 2018
Failed - 16 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 99,084 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Major Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
Passed - 14 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,390 mi
Expires: 18 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Failed - 14 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,390 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Passed - 15 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,319 mi
Expires: 18 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Failed - 15 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,319 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Passed - 19 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,503 mi
Expires: 18 June 2015
Passed - 02 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,714 mi
Expires: 01 May 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Failed - 01 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,714 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Passed - 29 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 95,858 mi
Expires: 28 March 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Failed - 29 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 95,858 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 02 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 91,778 mi
Expires: 26 March 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 20 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,816 mi
Expires: 26 March 2011
Passed - 20 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,283 mi
Expires: 26 March 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Failed - 14 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,283 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed - 20 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,003 mi
Expires: 26 March 2009
Failed - 15 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,002 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Passed - 27 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,908 mi
Expires: 26 March 2008
Failed - 24 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,907 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 24 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,347 mi
Expires: 23 March 2007
Failed - 24 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,347 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for C9JEF?
The MOT expires on 26 June 2026.
What is the tax status of C9JEF?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2026.
What are the specifications of C9JEF?
This is a 1998 MG MGF in Green. It runs on Petrol with a 1796cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of C9JEF?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.