Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto?

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 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto?

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 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto?

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.

Is the 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,172 vehicles, the 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto?

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 HS Exclusive PHEV Auto (2021)

1,172 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.4% first-time pass rate

2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 1,172 real MOT records for the 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV is a genuinely reliable performer at MOT, posting a 93.7% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by a clear margin. Only 3.1% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests good engineering across the board.

These cars are running at modest mileage for their age—an average of 31,670 miles—and they're failing very little when they do attend test, with just 0.17 failures per vehicle on average. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worth doing, but focus your attention on the hybrid battery health and electrical systems rather than mechanical fears: check service records carefully to confirm the manufacturer's maintenance schedule has been followed.

The 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.17

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 21k–38k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

These stats describe 1,172 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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Based on MOT data from 1,172 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	1,171	94.4%	0.17

Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,536 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32.9%

1,494

Red 25.4%

1,150

White 25.2%

1,145

Blue 14.2%

646

Silver 2.2%

101

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto 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.

28,102

typical

20,872

low mileage

38,279

high mileage

Half of all 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Auto vehicles fall between 20,872 and 38,279 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,872 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.

✓ 20,872–38,279 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 MG HS Exclusive PHEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 51,676 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.17

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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