Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 MG 6?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 MG 6?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 MG 6?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2013 MG 6 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

46% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 MG 6 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 276 vehicles, the 2013 MG 6 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 MG 6?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 MG 6 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (53.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (50.8% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 MG 6?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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MG 6 (2013)

276 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.9% first-time pass rate

2013 MG 6

CarHunch analysed 276 real MOT records for the 2013 MG 6. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 MG 6 passes its MOT first time in just under 77% of cases, slightly below the UK average of 80%, which suggests a touch more unreliability than the typical car of this age. More concerning is that 45.6% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—nearly half—making this a significant buyer consideration.

At roughly 50,000 miles median, these cars haven't been thrashed, yet they're averaging 2.83 failures per test and a hefty 19.1 advisories, indicating that wear and corrosion issues accumulate quickly despite moderate mileage. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection to identify any existing defects; this model will need closer attention to maintenance than its rivals.

We have limited data for the 2013 MG 6 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

76.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

45.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.83

Over 11.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 37k–62k

For context

These stats describe 276 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 276 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 53.7%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 37.4%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 21.7%

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive

Suspension & steering 17.6%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded · Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 MG 6

Based on MOT data from 276 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 45.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (81%)	223	77%	2.85
Diesel (19%)	52	76.3%	2.75

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,600 MG 6 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 23.5%

611

Black 19%

495

White 18%

467

Red 13%

339

Silver 12.4%

323

Blue 7.8%

202

Orange 4.1%

107

Gold 2.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 MG 6 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

49,616

typical

37,183

low mileage

62,249

high mileage

Half of all 2013 MG 6 vehicles fall between 37,183 and 62,249 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 37,183 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 37,183–62,249 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 MG 6s sit.

⚠ Over 84,036 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 MG 6 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2013 MG 6s are still active.

157 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

11.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.83

Avg failures per vehicle

19.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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