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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the MG 5 Excite. Check any 5 Excite by registration number below.

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90.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.5%

vs MG Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

MG 5 Excite — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG 5 Excite has an average MOT pass rate of 90.6%, which is 7.5 percentage points above the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 5 Excite is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a MG 5 Excite fails its MOT are a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. If you are preparing your 5 Excite for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used MG 5 Excite, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the MG 5 Excite performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 1,918 vehicles

89.1%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

9.3%

Mileage at 3yr

91k mi

2021

Based on 2,459 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

8.1%

Mileage at 3yr

68k mi

2020

Based on 126 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

14.9%

Mileage at 3yr

50k mi

0

Based on 1,407 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

33k mi

Top MOT Failures — MG 5 Excite

The most common reasons a MG 5 Excite fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

2.6%
2

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

2.5%
3

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.7%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.6%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.6%
MG 5 Excite Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.4%

Front Nearside

2.9%

Nearside

2.3%

Other MG Models

Compare MOT reliability across MG models.

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74.1% pass rate

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64.3% pass rate

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76.5% pass rate

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70.0% pass rate

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95.5% pass rate

MG B Gt

75.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for MG 5 Excite

MG 5 Excite — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG 5 Excite MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG 5 Excite?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG 5 Excite is 90.6% compared to the MG average of 83.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a MG 5 Excite?
The most common MOT failures on the MG 5 Excite are: A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (2.6%), A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (2.5%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the MG 5 Excite reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.6%, the MG 5 Excite is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a MG 5 Excite?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a MG 5 Excite?
Typical mileage for the MG 5 Excite: 91,269 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 5 Excite to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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