2021 · 3 years old at test · Electric mostly

2021 MG 5 Exclusive MOT pass rate and common faults

3,800 MOT tests in 2024. 87.0% passed first time, compared with 87.6% for all cars the same age.

99About average
Passed first time87.0%
Failed or needed repairs13.0%
Typical mileage at test31,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 3,800 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.1%
    112 marked dangerous
  2. Headlamp aim: too low1.9%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.6%
  4. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.2%
  5. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.1%
    60 marked dangerous
  6. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak0.7%
  7. Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid0.6%
  8. Headlamp aim: too high0.6%
  9. Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps0.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics7.2%
  2. Tyres6.2%
  3. Suspension1.2%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)1.2%
  5. Brakes0.6%
  6. Body & chassis0.3%
  7. Seat belts & airbags0.2%
  8. Number plates & VIN0.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.1%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened3.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure3.1%
  4. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.9%
  5. Non-component advisories: Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt2.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 MG 5 Exclusive?

In 2024, 87.0% of 2021 MG 5 Exclusive cars passed their MOT first time, across 3,800 tests. The average for all 3-year-old cars was 87.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2021 MG 5 Exclusive?

The most common failure reasons were tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; headlamp aim: too low; tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2021 MG 5 Exclusive reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 99, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).