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EF65 LCZ

2016 MG 3

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,124 mi
Last recorded61,124 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 MG 334,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF65 LCZ
MakeMG
Model3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 61,124 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 57,351 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 50,075 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 47,045 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 42,260 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,138 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 84,768 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 20,780 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

How Reliable is the MG 3?

Based on 143,683 MOT tests across 20,731 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,878
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
20,731
On UK Roads
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EF65 LCZ is a 2016 MG 3 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 MG 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 34,138 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The MG 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this MG 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF65 LCZ registered?

EF65 LCZ is a 2016 MG 3, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is EF65 LCZ safe to buy?

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