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

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75.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Microcar Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Microcar MGO — MOT Reliability Overview

The Microcar MGO has an average MOT pass rate of 75.6%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Microcar brand average of 74.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your MGO on the road.

Before buying a used Microcar MGO, 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 Microcar MGO performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 51 vehicles

62.7%Below Average
Microcar average: 74.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

48.3%

2011

Based on 88 vehicles

78.4%Good
Microcar average: 74.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

15.2%

2010

Based on 116 vehicles

81.9%Good
Microcar average: 74.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

11.1%

2009

Based on 39 vehicles

74.4%Average
Microcar average: 74.7%
Retest Rate

16.7%

0

Based on 177 vehicles

80.8%Good
Microcar average: 74.7%
Mileage at 5yr

24k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front

5.9%

Rear Nearside

3.9%

Front Nearside

3.9%

Other Microcar Models

Compare MOT reliability across Microcar models.

Microcar M-go Sxi Cvt

71.4% pass rate

Microcar Virgo Prestige Hse Auto

72.7% pass rate

Microcar M

83.3% pass rate

Microcar M-go Se Cvt

82.6% pass rate

Microcar M-8 Sxi Cvt

75.0% pass rate

Microcar Mc1 Dynamic Hse Cvt

69.4% 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 Microcar MGO

Microcar MGO — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Microcar MGO MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Microcar MGO?
The average MOT pass rate for the Microcar MGO is 75.6% compared to the Microcar average of 74.7%. 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 Microcar MGO?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Microcar MGO reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 75.6%, the Microcar MGO 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 Microcar MGO?
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 Microcar MGO?
Typical mileage for the Microcar MGO: 24,380 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used MGO to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Microcar MGO's MOT History

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