MG GS MOT pass rate
81.3% of 4,407 MG GS MOT tests pass.
At 81.3%, The GS passes slightly less often than the average across all MG models (84.6%).
The MG GS has a pass rate of 81.3%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 82.6% at 3–6 years versus 80.7% at 6–10 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 82.6% | 1,577 | 40,642 miles |
| 6–10 years | 80.7% | 2,830 | 51,685 miles |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MG GS
The most common reason the MG GS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 47.2% | Too low |
| Brakes | 44.8% | Warning lamp indicates an abs fault |
| Tyres | 30.9% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 10.5% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.1% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 6.6% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Body, chassis, structure | 4.1% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Suspension | 2.8% | Fractured or broken |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.9% | Inscription illegible |
| Steering | 0.5% | Inoperative and steering adversely affected |
Related MG models
- MG ZS — 86.8% pass rate
- MG 3 — 81.4% pass rate
- MG HS — 93.9% pass rate
- MG TF — 74.3% pass rate
- MG MGF — 70.1% pass rate
- MG ZS EXCLUSIVE VTI-TECH — 91.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MG GS?
- 81.3% of MG GS MOT tests pass, based on 4,407 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MG GS?
- The most common reason the MG GS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 47.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Too low".
- Does this show the MG GS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MG service history guide for how to check and keep one.