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MG Hs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the MG Hs reliable? We analysed 781 real MOT tests across 520 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 781 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
30,386mi
Annual Mileage
6,831mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The MG Hs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used MG Hs.

MG Hs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a MG Hs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

MG Hs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a MG Hs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

82.6%
2022
90%
2021
87.6%
2020

MG Hs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on MG Hs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5

MG Hs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical MG Hs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,942 mi/yr
Typical
6,831 mi/yr
Average
7,670 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,823 mi/yr

MG Hs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the MG Hs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 471 82.6% 22,360 29,816 39,132
2021 110 90.0% 19,263 29,939 36,660
2020 137 87.6% 26,096 34,173 43,720

How Long Does a MG Hs Last?

Based on 520 MG Hs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.6 years
Median
2.0 years

MG Hs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all MG Hs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
30,386 mi
75th Percentile
39,932 mi
95th Percentile
59,634 mi
Max Recorded
91,965 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used MG Hs

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

90.0% MOT pass rate from 110 tests

Year to avoid
2022

82.6% MOT pass rate from 471 tests

The best year to buy a used MG Hs is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 110 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the MG Hs Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
MG Hs THIS CAR 84.9% 781 30,386 mi — yrs
MG Zr 69.8% 651,705 57,257 mi 25 yrs
MG Mgf 66.7% 546,238 62,469 mi 31 yrs
MG Tf 72.8% 475,348 45,249 mi 24 yrs
Daf Trucks . 79% 614 353,943 mi — yrs

Compared to the MG Zr (69.8% pass rate) and the MG Mgf (66.7% pass rate), the MG Hs outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used MG Hs?

The MG Hs has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 781 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a MG Hs with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical MG Hs owner drives around 6,831 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

MG Hs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MG Hs reliable?
Based on 781 MOT tests, the MG Hs has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a MG Hs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a MG Hs do per year?
The typical MG Hs does around 6,831 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a MG Hs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a MG Hs?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a MG Hs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used MG Hs is 2021 with a 90.0% pass rate across 110 tests.