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WL16 EEG

2016 MG 6

Grey Diesel 1849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,981 mi
Last recorded78,981 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 MG 645,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL16 EEG
MakeMG
Model6
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 78,981 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2025 71,927 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 71,711 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure light on

Pass 26 Jan 2024 61,670 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge and 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 49,088 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 49,088 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 46,092 miles

Covers and undertrays fitted

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner side wall starting to crack and perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 39,844 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,782 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 26,666 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 26,666 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the MG 6?

Based on 28,661 MOT tests across 2,640 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
5,834
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 191
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WL16 EEG is a 2016 MG 6 in Grey with a 1,849cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 MG 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 45,724 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG 6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 191 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL16 EEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 10 years old, this MG 6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL16 EEG registered?

WL16 EEG is a 2016 MG 6, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is WL16 EEG safe to buy?

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