Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 MG Gs?

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 2016 MG Gs?

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 2016 MG Gs?

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 2016 MG Gs vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% 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 2016 MG Gs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 572 vehicles, the 2016 MG Gs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 MG Gs?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 MG Gs are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35% of vehicles), Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (32.7% 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 2016 MG Gs?

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 Gs (2016)

572 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.6% first-time pass rate

2016 MG Gs

CarHunch analysed 572 real MOT records for the 2016 MG Gs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 MG GS passes its MOT at 84.6%, which is above the UK average of 80%, suggesting reasonable reliability overall—but nearly 29% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, a notably high figure that warrants closer inspection of any used example you're considering.

At 42,283 miles median, these cars are showing typical mileage for their age, and the average of 1.4 failures per vehicle is manageable; however, 8.1 advisories per car indicates emerging wear patterns across suspension, lighting, and brakes. Have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the brake system and suspension components, as these appear to be the weak points on this model.

The 2016 MG Gs has a decent first-time pass rate (84.6%), 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

84.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

28.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.4

Over 8.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

42k

Middle half: 30k–53k

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 8.1 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 572 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 572 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 36%

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 32.7%

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Rear 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 14.9%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Lighting 10.8%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low · Offside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 MG Gs

Based on MOT data from 572 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.9% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,808 MG Gs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 29.4%

826

Black 29.2%

821

Silver 14.5%

406

Orange 10.4%

291

Brown 9.4%

263

Gold 7.2%

201

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 MG Gs 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.

42,283

typical

30,425

low mileage

53,498

high mileage

Half of all 2016 MG Gs vehicles fall between 30,425 and 53,498 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 30,425 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.

✓ 30,425–53,498 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 MG Gss sit.

⚠ Over 72,222 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 MG Gs — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 MG Gss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 528 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.4

Avg failures per vehicle

8.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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