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

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80.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.7%

vs MG Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

MG MGC — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG MGC has an average MOT pass rate of 80.4%, which is 2.7 percentage points below the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the MGC is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used MG MGC, 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 MGC performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 46 vehicles

80.4%Good
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

33k mi

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

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Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for MG MGC

MG MGC — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG MGC MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG MGC?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG MGC is 80.4% 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 MGC?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the MG MGC reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.4%, the MG MGC is rated as "Good" 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 MGC?
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 MGC?
Typical mileage for the MG MGC: 33,046 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used MGC to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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