MG Mgf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the MG Mgf reliable? We analysed 546,238 real MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles to find out.
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The MG Mgf is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used MG Mgf.
MG Mgf Number Plates
Number plates registered to a MG Mgf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
MG Mgf MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a MG Mgf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
MG Mgf Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a MG Mgf fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
MG Mgf Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical MG Mgf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
MG Mgf MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the MG Mgf year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 60 | 70.0% | 45,388 | 54,968 | 72,622 |
| 2006 | 75 | 62.7% | 54,299 | 68,229 | 77,018 |
| 2005 | 223 | 76.7% | 27,828 | 44,689 | 60,338 |
| 2004 | 680 | 71.0% | 32,565 | 45,588 | 59,668 |
| 2003 | 1,243 | 71.3% | 29,920 | 42,129 | 53,954 |
| 2002 | 8,603 | 71.5% | 34,891 | 51,030 | 68,944 |
| 2001 | 116,948 | 71.5% | 37,027 | 52,155 | 68,567 |
| 2000 | 85,407 | 68.1% | 41,374 | 56,343 | 72,448 |
| 1999 | 80,834 | 65.7% | 46,785 | 62,191 | 78,704 |
| 1998 | 91,984 | 64.5% | 51,438 | 67,480 | 84,229 |
| 1997 | 84,595 | 64.0% | 53,872 | 71,264 | 88,103 |
| 1996 | 65,612 | 63.4% | 56,341 | 73,863 | 91,750 |
| 1995 | 7,160 | 63.1% | 58,301 | 77,333 | 93,880 |
| 1981 | 127 | 72.4% | 35,180 | 44,238 | 73,904 |
| 1979 | 213 | 73.2% | 21,682 | 43,646 | 66,518 |
| 1978 | 144 | 65.3% | 15,832 | 50,569 | 83,252 |
| 1977 | 149 | 68.5% | 12,230 | 36,832 | 60,025 |
| 1976 | 81 | 72.8% | 9,379 | 19,880 | 70,364 |
| 1975 | 138 | 79.7% | 32,910 | 63,994 | 76,528 |
| 1974 | 61 | 77.0% | 60,258 | 71,278 | 88,040 |
How Long Does a MG Mgf Last?
Based on 40,565 MG Mgf vehicles on UK roads.
MG Mgf Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all MG Mgf MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used MG Mgf
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.7% MOT pass rate from 158 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
The best year to buy a used MG Mgf is 1972, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.7% across 158 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the MG Mgf Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MG Mgf THIS CAR | 66.7% | 546,238 | 62,469 mi | 31 yrs |
| MG Zr | 69.8% | 651,705 | 57,257 mi | 25 yrs |
| MG Tf | 72.8% | 475,348 | 45,249 mi | 24 yrs |
| MG ZS | 73.5% | 361,123 | 52,424 mi | 25 yrs |
| Audi Q7 | 84% | 556,904 | 73,148 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the MG Zr (69.8% pass rate) and the MG Tf (72.8% pass rate), the MG Mgf trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific MG MgfShould you buy a used MG Mgf?
The MG Mgf has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.7% across 546,238 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the MG Mgf are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (37,610 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (32,964), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (24,147). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical MG Mgf owner drives around 2,116 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most MG Mgf models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.