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MG MGF MOT Pass Rate

71.6% of 1,650 MG MGF MOT tests pass.

The MGF passes 71.6% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MG models (85.1%).

The MG MGF passes 71.6% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (78.3%).

Pass rate by vehicle age

Pass rate by vehicle age band0–3 yearsn/a3–6 yearsn/a6–10 yearsn/a10–15 yearsn/a15+ years71.6%
MG MGF pass rate and average mileage by vehicle age band
Vehicle agePass rateTestsAverage mileage
0–3 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
3–6 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
6–10 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
10–15 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
15+ years71.6%1,65068,207 miles

Common MOT failure reasons for the MG MGF

The most common reason the MG MGF fails its MOT is brakes — present in 53.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "efficiency below requirements".

Top MOT failure categories for the MG MGF
CategoryShare of failed testsExample
Brakes53.5%efficiency below requirements
Suspension45.8%prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment42.3%not working
Noise, emissions and leaks39.2%carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Visibility18.7%provides insufficient washer liquid
Body, chassis, structure15.4%corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced
Steering12.3%ball joint has excessive play
Tyres10.4%has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems4.6%warning lamp indicates a fault
Identification of the vehicle1.2%inscription illegible

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