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JAZ 8047

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

57,836 mi
Last recorded57,836 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAZ 8047
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 57,836 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 57,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Washers weak

Pass 19 Sep 2023 56,822 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 56,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Wiper work only on high setting

Wipers do not self park

Pass 3 Sep 2021 55,699 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 55,064 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 54,653 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 54,653 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 53,822 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 52,971 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on shoulder edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 51,508 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 51,508 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 50,939 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 50,939 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 49,545 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2012 48,187 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 46,027 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 43,145 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 38,931 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2008 34,650 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Sep 2008 34,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Sep 2007 32,574 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge ( n/s to lesser degree)

Fail 14 Sep 2007 32,574 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge ( n/s to lesser degree)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 30,564 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 26,957 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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JAZ 8047 is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1997 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 71,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAZ 8047, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JAZ 8047?

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What year was JAZ 8047 registered?

JAZ 8047 is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is JAZ 8047 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAZ 8047 shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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