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

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 HS Exclusive?

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 HS Exclusive?

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 2022 MG HS Exclusive reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,736 vehicles, the 2022 MG HS Exclusive has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.5%, 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 2022 MG HS Exclusive?

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 (2022)

4,736 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.5% first-time pass rate

2022 MG HS Exclusive

CarHunch analysed 4,736 real MOT records for the 2022 MG HS Exclusive. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 MG HS Exclusive is a strong performer on the MOT bench, with a 91.4% first-time pass rate that significantly exceeds the UK average of 80%. Only 3.7% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring and well below concerning levels.

At 25,144 miles median mileage for a two-year-old car, these examples are running low and showing minimal wear—averaging just 0.14 failures per vehicle and 1.0 advisory per vehicle. When shopping for one, request the full MOT history to confirm it's maintained this track record, as the data suggests you're looking at a mechanically sound proposition if it's passed cleanly so far.

The 2022 MG HS Exclusive passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.5% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

93.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

25k

Middle half: 19k–32k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.5% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 4,736 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 4,736 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.7% 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
Petrol (100%)	4,735	93.5%	0.14

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,669 MG HS Exclusive vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 33.4%

3,226

Black 33.1%

3,200

Red 18.8%

1,813

Blue 12%

1,157

Silver 2.8%

273

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 MG HS Exclusive 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.

25,144

typical

18,653

low mileage

32,384

high mileage

Half of all 2022 MG HS Exclusive vehicles fall between 18,653 and 32,384 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,653 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.

✓ 18,653–32,384 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 MG HS Exclusives sit.

⚠ Over 43,718 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

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.14

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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