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

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?

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?

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 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 382 vehicles, the 2022 MG HS has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2022 MG HS?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2022 MG HS are: Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (16.6% of vehicles), Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (13.6% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (12.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

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

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 (2022)

382 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.7% first-time pass rate

2022 MG HS

CarHunch analysed 382 real MOT records for the 2022 MG HS. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 382 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 MG HS passes its MOT first time in 87.6% of cases, which is notably better than the UK average of 80%, and only 5.2% have ever shown a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure. This is a genuinely reliable car for its age, with petrol variants (which make up the vast majority) performing consistently at 87.5%.

At a median mileage of 29,395 miles, these cars are running light for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rate, though they'll still typically attract one minor advisory per test. The low failure rate of 0.2 per vehicle suggests this generation avoids common structural or mechanical issues—if you're considering one, check the full service history to ensure oil changes haven't been skipped, as that's where the remaining risks hide.

The 2022 MG HS passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (89.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.2

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 22k–38k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 382 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 382 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 16.6%

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 7.3%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Nail in tyre · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 5.5%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · …

Suspension & steering 2.2%

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022.

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Before you buy a 2022 MG HS

Based on MOT data from 382 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (89%)	339	89.9%	0.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 506 MG HS vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 55.3%

280

White 24.1%

122

Red 14.8%

Blue 5.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 MG HS 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.

29,395

typical

21,910

low mileage

37,923

high mileage

Half of all 2022 MG HS vehicles fall between 21,910 and 37,923 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 21,910 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.

✓ 21,910–37,923 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 MG HSs sit.

⚠ Over 51,196 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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