2019 · 5 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2019 MG GS MOT pass rate and common faults

347 MOT tests in 2024. 73.5% passed first time, compared with 84.9% for all cars the same age.

87Well below average
Passed first time73.5%
Failed or needed repairs26.5%
Typical mileage at test35,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 347 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Headlamp aim: too low4.9%
  2. Tyre pressure monitoring system: malfunctioning or obviously inoperative4.6%
  3. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.3%
  4. Electronic stability control: warning lamp indicates a fault3.7%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.7%
    21 marked dangerous
  6. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.7%
    17 marked dangerous
  7. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault2.3%
  8. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn1.7%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.7%

Problem areas

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

  1. Brakes17.3%
  2. Lights & electrics12.1%
  3. Tyres10.1%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.7%
  5. Seat belts & airbags2.9%
  6. Emissions & leaks1.7%
  7. Body & chassis1.2%
  8. Suspension0.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened19.0%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure19.0%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.4%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick9.8%
  5. Non-component advisories: Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt3.2%

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 2019 MG GS?

In 2024, 73.5% of 2019 MG GS cars passed their MOT first time, across 347 tests. The average for all 5-year-old cars was 84.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2019 MG GS?

The most common failure reasons were headlamp aim: too low; tyre pressure monitoring system: malfunctioning or obviously inoperative; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2019 MG GS reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 87, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).