2016 · 8 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2016 MG GS MOT pass rate and common faults

551 MOT tests in 2024. 73.3% passed first time, compared with 76.6% for all cars the same age.

96Below average
Passed first time73.3%
Failed or needed repairs26.7%
Typical mileage at test55,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 551 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Headlamp aim: too low6.0%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.7%
    28 marked dangerous
  3. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.4%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.0%
    13 marked dangerous
  5. Tyres - condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords1.5%
  6. Headlamp aim: too high1.5%
  7. Tyre pressure monitoring system: malfunctioning or obviously inoperative1.3%
  8. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault1.3%
  9. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.3%
    11 marked dangerous

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics14.9%
  2. Brakes8.9%
  3. Tyres8.2%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.3%
  5. Emissions & leaks2.7%
  6. Body & chassis1.5%
  7. Seat belts & airbags1.3%
  8. Suspension0.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure17.8%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened17.2%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.9%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick8.2%
  5. Non-component advisories: Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt4.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: headlamp aim: too low. 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 2016 MG GS?

In 2024, 73.3% of 2016 MG GS cars passed their MOT first time, across 551 tests. The average for all 8-year-old cars was 76.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2016 MG GS?

The most common failure reasons were headlamp aim: too low; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2016 MG GS reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 96, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).