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MG 6 (2014)

518 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.2% first-time pass rate

2014 MG 6

CarHunch analysed 518 real MOT records for the 2014 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 2014 MG 6 falls slightly below the UK average with a 77.2% pass rate versus 80%, but the real concern is that nearly half of these vehicles (48.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one. Petrol versions are moderately more reliable than diesels, with pass rates of 78.8% versus 75.1%, though neither inspires confidence.

These cars are averaging 51,000 miles at test time, which is reasonable for a ten-year-old, but they're racking up 2.54 failures per test and 16.7 advisories, suggesting recurring maintenance headaches. Before committing to a 2014 MG 6, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on the systems that typically fail these vehicles—suspension, brakes, and emissions are the usual culprits—and factor in the higher-than-average servicing costs that the advisory pattern implies.

The 2014 MG 6 has a decent first-time pass rate (77.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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
77.2%
UK average ~80%
Around average
Dangerous (ever)
48.3%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
2.54
Over 10.4 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
45k
Middle half: 33k–56k
For context
🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.
🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 16.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.
🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 518 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 518 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 2014.

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Before you buy a 2014 MG 6

Based on MOT data from 518 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 48.3% 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 ClickMechanic
  • 📄 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 carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Petrol (58%) 298 78.9% 2.43
Diesel (42%) 219 75.1% 2.68

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%
56

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 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.

45,352
typical
32,579
low mileage
55,757
high mileage

Half of all 2014 MG 6 vehicles fall between 32,579 and 55,757 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 32,579 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.
32,579–55,757 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 MG 6s sit.
Over 75,271 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 MG 6 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 60% of 2014 MG 6s are still active.

298 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 60% of the peak remain.

39 298 2016 2025

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

10.4
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
2.54
Avg failures per vehicle
16.7
Avg advisories per vehicle
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