Check any MG's history for outstanding finance, write-off status, stolen markers, MOT analysis and more. Select a model below for model-specific known faults and MOT failure rates.
MG models we cover
What a MG car check includes
- Outstanding finance check
- Write-off and insurance status
- Stolen vehicle check
- Keeper and owner history
- Full MOT analysis
- Mileage verification
- Model-specific known faults
- Rarity index
Common MG problems to watch for
These are the highest-severity issues found across all MG models. A comprehensive car check helps reveal whether any of these have resulted in insurance claims or write-offs.
MG MOT reliability
Across 9 MG models with MOT data, the average failure rate is 25.1%.
Most reliable MG models (lowest MOT failure rate)
| Model | Failure rate | Tests analysed |
|---|---|---|
| MG Gs | 17.6% | 5,341 |
| MG 3 | 19.2% | 36,212 |
| MG 6 | 24.6% | 6,988 |
Least reliable MG models (highest MOT failure rate)
| Model | Failure rate | Tests analysed |
|---|---|---|
| MG Mgf | 29% | 49,363 |
| MG Zr | 28.7% | 150,334 |
| MG Zt | 27.8% | 44,191 |
Check any MG's full history
Enter a registration number to check finance, stolen, write-off, MOT and more. Results in under 60 seconds.
£7.49 · Experian verified data
MG car check FAQs
How much does a MG car check cost?
A full MG car check costs £7.49. This includes finance, stolen, write-off, keeper history, MOT analysis, mileage verification, and model-specific known faults. All data is Experian verified.
What does a MG history check include?
Our MG check covers outstanding finance, insurance write-off status, stolen vehicle markers, keeper and owner history, full MOT analysis with failure patterns, mileage verification, and known faults specific to each MG model.
Is a MG HPI check worth it?
Yes. A MG with outstanding finance means the finance company legally owns the car — they can repossess it even after you've paid the seller. Write-off or stolen markers can make the car uninsurable or worthless. At £7.49, it's essential protection.
Can I check a MG for free?
You can check MOT history for free on the DVSA website. However, free checks don't cover finance, stolen, or write-off data — the most expensive problems to discover after buying. Our £7.49 check includes all of this, using Experian's database.
How do I check if a MG has outstanding finance?
Enter the registration number on this page. Our check queries Experian's finance database to show whether any finance agreements are registered against the vehicle. Outstanding finance means the finance company may have a legal claim on the car.
Finance, stolen and write-off data from Experian. MOT failure data from DVSA. Known faults from GetCarWise analysis. Last updated September 2026.