Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 MG 3?

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 2022 MG 3?

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 2022 MG 3?

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.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 MG 3?

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 3 (2022)

1,197 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.2% first-time pass rate

2022 MG 3

CarHunch analysed 1,197 real MOT records for the 2022 MG 3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

Generally reliable 11.2% above UK average

91.2%

pass MOT first time

UK average: ~80%

20,373

typical mileage

14,218–27,641 middle half

ever had a dangerous defect

recorded at any MOT

0.19

avg MOT failures per car

over 1.3 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2022 MG 3

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 MG 3 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,218

low mileage

20,373

typical

27,641

high mileage

Half of all 2022 MG 3 vehicles fall between 14,218 and 27,641 miles.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

Most Common MOT Issues — 2022 MG 3

Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.

15.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
14.8%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
12.8%

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
12.7%

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
9.5%

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
9%

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
8.8%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
6%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022. Counts include advisories and failures.

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