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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the MG 4 Se. Check any 4 Se by registration number below.

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98.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+15.3%

vs MG Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

MG 4 Se — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG 4 Se has an average MOT pass rate of 98.4%, which is 15.3 percentage points above the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 4 Se is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a MG 4 Se fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your 4 Se 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 4 Se, 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 4 Se performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 812 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

4.2%

2022

Based on 41 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

0

Based on 23 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

10k mi

Top MOT Failures — MG 4 Se

The most common reasons a MG 4 Se fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.0%
2

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.7%
MG 4 Se Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

2.1%

Rear Offside

1.5%

Front Nearside

1.2%

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 4 Se

MG 4 Se — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG 4 Se MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG 4 Se?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG 4 Se is 98.4% 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 4 Se?
The most common MOT failures on the MG 4 Se are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.0%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the MG 4 Se reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 98.4%, the MG 4 Se 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 4 Se?
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 4 Se?
Typical mileage for the MG 4 Se: 9,541 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 4 Se to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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