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

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83.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.2%

vs MG Avg

7

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

MG BGT — MOT Reliability Overview

The MG BGT has an average MOT pass rate of 83.3%, which is 0.2 percentage points above the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the BGT is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

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

1980

Based on 37 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

1978

Based on 40 vehicles

67.5%Average
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

31.8%

1975

Based on 35 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Retest Rate

12.5%

1974

Based on 62 vehicles

77.4%Good
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

20.5%

1973

Based on 51 vehicles

92.2%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1972

Based on 88 vehicles

89.8%Excellent
MG average: 83.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.5%

0

Based on 306 vehicles

84.3%Good
MG average: 83.1%
Mileage at 5yr

44k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front

2.7%

Rear Nearside

2.7%

Offside

2.7%

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 BGT

MG BGT — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the MG BGT MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the MG BGT?
The average MOT pass rate for the MG BGT is 83.3% 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 BGT?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the MG BGT reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.3%, the MG BGT 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 BGT?
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 BGT?
Typical mileage for the MG BGT: 44,013 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used BGT to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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