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MG HS Exclusive reliability

The MG HS Exclusive fails 8.3% of first MOT tests, 29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 6,973 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.

Better than averageReliability score 76/100#15 of 59 family suvs

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first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
8.3%
first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
fails than cars of the same age and mileage
29% fewer
fails than cars of the same age and mileage
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
6,973
MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
typical miles a year, from MOT readings
7,700
typical miles a year, from MOT readings

MOT fail rate by age

How the MG HS Exclusive ages

Each point is the share of MG HS Exclusives of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.

0%5%10%15%20%34Age at MOT (years)
MG HS ExclusiveAll cars
MG HS Exclusive first-time MOT fail rate by age
Age at MOT (years)MG HS ExclusiveAll cars
38.2%12.3%
48.3%14.1%

By year

The best and worst MG HS Exclusive years

2020 cars come out best and 2021 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.

MG HS Exclusive MOT results by year of first registration
First registeredTestsFail rateAgainst same-age carsTypical mileage
2021 HS Exclusive2,5108.4%28% fewer fails24,679
2020 HS Exclusive4,2018%31% fewer fails25,397
201926212.6%0% more fails29,400

Common problems

What fails most on a MG HS Exclusive

Its weak spot is brakes: 33% more fails there than cars of the same age and mileage.

Fail rate by area

  • Brakes2.4%33% above avg
  • Tyres2.1%50% below avg
  • Windscreen, wipers and mirrors1.9%40% below avg
  • Lights and electrics1.6%36% below avg
  • Exhaust, emissions and leaks0.5%1% below avg
  • Number plates and VIN0.4%90% above avg
  • Suspension0.3%60% below avg
  • Seat belts and airbags0.3%6% below avg
  • Body, chassis and structure0.1%73% below avg

Average for cars of the same age and mileage

Top MOT failures

  1. 1

    Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 1.02% of tests

    Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.

  2. 2

    Tyre pressure monitoring system faulty 0.59% of tests

    A faulty tyre pressure monitor cannot warn about low tyre pressure, so check tyres manually and have the fault diagnosed.

  3. 3

    Brake discs significantly worn 0.54% of tests

    Heavily worn discs reduce braking performance and wear pads faster, so a replacement will soon be needed.

  4. 4

    Windscreen washers not working 0.53% of tests

    Without working washers the windscreen cannot be cleaned while driving, which is a safety risk in dirty weather.

  5. 5

    Tyre cut reaching ply or cords 0.52% of tests

    A cut reaching the ply or cords weakens the tyre and can cause a burst, so it must be replaced.

  6. 6

    Windscreen washer fluid insufficient 0.5% of tests

    Washers are not supplying enough liquid, so the windscreen cannot be cleared properly, which is a safety issue.

  7. 7

    Headlamp aim set too high 0.4% of tests

    Headlamps aimed too high can dazzle other drivers, and adjusting them is usually a quick job.

  8. 8

    Headlamp aim set too low 0.33% of tests

    Headlamps aimed too low light the road poorly and reduce the driver's view ahead, especially at night.

Most common advisories

Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a MG HS Exclusive's MOT certificate most often.

  • Brake disc pitted or scored9.31%
  • Brake pads wearing thin4.14%
  • Tyre worn close to legal limit3.1%
  • Tyre slightly damaged or cracking2.58%
  • Child seat limits belt inspection1.63%
  • Nail in tyre, monitor1.56%

Before you buy

What to check on a used MG HS Exclusive

  1. 1

    Brake pads worn below 1.5mm

    Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.

  2. 2

    Tyre pressure monitoring system faulty

    A faulty tyre pressure monitor cannot warn about low tyre pressure, so check tyres manually and have the fault diagnosed.

  3. 3

    Brake discs significantly worn

    Heavily worn discs reduce braking performance and wear pads faster, so a replacement will soon be needed.

  4. 4

    Windscreen washers not working

    Without working washers the windscreen cannot be cleaned while driving, which is a safety risk in dirty weather.

  5. 5

    Every MOT since new

    Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.

  6. 6

    The mileage record

    A typical MG HS Exclusive covers about 7,700 miles a year. A big gap or a drop between MOTs is a warning sign.

  7. 7

    Finance, stolen and write-off

    The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.

Fuel types tested

  • Petrol89.1%
  • Hybrid10.9%

Most common colours

White, Black, Red, Blue, Brown

Average engine size: 1.5 litres.

Compare

How the MG HS Exclusive compares with its rivals

MG HS Exclusive against similar models
ModelFail rateAgainst same-age cars
MG HS Exclusive8.3%29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Mercedes-Benz GLB9.7%24% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Mercedes-Benz EQC10.4%20% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Isuzu Trooper38.8%10% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age
Citroën C-Crosser43.6%about average for its age
Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin45.7%13% more MOT fails than the average car its age
Jeep Patriot50.5%23% more MOT fails than the average car its age

Every family suv ranked in the family suv reliability index, or all MG models.

Questions

MG HS Exclusive questions, answered

Is the MG HS Exclusive reliable?

On MOT results, the MG HS Exclusive is better than average: it fails 8.3% of first MOT tests, 29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 15 of 59 family suv models in our index.

What fails most on a MG HS Exclusive MOT?

The most common MOT failures on the MG HS Exclusive are brake pads worn below 1.5mm (1.02% of tests), tyre pressure monitoring system faulty (0.59% of tests), brake discs significantly worn (0.54% of tests). By area, brakes fails 2.4% of its tests.

Which MG HS Exclusive year is the most reliable?

Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2020 cars do best (31% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2021 cars do worst (28% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age).

How many miles does a MG HS Exclusive do a year?

A typical MG HS Exclusive covers about 7,700 miles a year, from the mileage recorded at its MOTs. Check the car you're looking at against that with a free mileage check.

How do I check a MG HS Exclusive before I buy it?

Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.

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