MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev
From 448 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 8 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 4 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3 |
| mandatory headlamps, intended to be a matched pair, are not the same shape, size or colour | 2 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 2 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.2% of Mg 5 Exclusive Ev failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.1% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mg 5 Exclusive Evs tested had between 48,664 and 83,629 miles on the clock.
At 68,390 median miles, the Mg 5 Exclusive Ev has 0.021 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other MG models
| MG Zs | 81.9% |
| MG 3 | 79.4% |
| MG Zs Exclusive Ev | 89.5% |
| MG Tf | 75% |
| MG Mgf | 72.8% |
Common questions
What is the MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev MOT pass rate?
The MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev has a 85.7% MOT pass rate based on 448 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev?
The most common MOT failure on the MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a MG Mg 5 Exclusive Ev is 68,390 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 48,664 and 83,629 miles.
Buying a used Mg 5 Exclusive Ev?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
Some links are to services we may earn from. Disclosure.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.