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

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94.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+11.1%

vs MG Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

MG 5 Trophy — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG 5 Trophy has an average MOT pass rate of 94.2%, which is 11.1 percentage points above the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 5 Trophy is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a MG 5 Trophy fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your 5 Trophy 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 Trophy, 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 Trophy performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 466 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

7.1%

2022

Based on 96 vehicles

94.8%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

6.7%

0

Based on 40 vehicles

95.0%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

14k mi

Top MOT Failures — MG 5 Trophy

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

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.4%
MG 5 Trophy Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

1.9%

Front Offside

1.9%

Front Nearside Outer

0.6%

Other MG Models

Compare MOT reliability across MG models.

MG ZR

74.1% pass rate

MG 6

64.3% pass rate

MG 3

76.5% pass rate

MG MGB

70.0% pass rate

MG Mgb Roadster

95.5% pass rate

MG B Gt

75.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

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 Trophy

MG 5 Trophy — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG 5 Trophy MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG 5 Trophy?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG 5 Trophy is 94.2% 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 Trophy?
The most common MOT failures on the MG 5 Trophy are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the MG 5 Trophy reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.2%, the MG 5 Trophy 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 Trophy?
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 Trophy?
Typical mileage for the MG 5 Trophy: 13,712 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 5 Trophy to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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