MG MGB MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the MG MGB. Check any MGB by registration number below.
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82.8%
Avg Pass Rate
-0.4%
vs MG Avg
6
Year Ranges
Good
Reliability
MG MGB — MOT Reliability Overview
The MG MGB has an average MOT pass rate of 82.8%, which is 0.4 percentage points below the MG brand average of 83.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the MGB is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.
Before buying a used MG MGB, 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 MGB performs at MOT across different model years.
1981
Based on 30 vehicles
27.8%
1978
Based on 45 vehicles
0.0%
14.3%
1974
Based on 57 vehicles
2.9%
20.6%
1973
Based on 100 vehicles
2.9%
18.6%
1972
Based on 109 vehicles
3.1%
6.3%
0
Based on 384 vehicles
41k mi
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Rear Offside
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MG MGB — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the MG MGB MOT and reliability.
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