2022 Mg 5 Exclusive — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,063 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mg 5 Exclusive, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and suspension. Its pass rate of 91.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (92.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.2% in the 120-150k group versus 5.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 6.5% | 593 |
| 2 | Tyres | 5.4% | 492 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.9% | 263 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 106 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.2% | 22 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp | 364 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 317 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 196 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 185 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 162 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 112 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.8% | 1,798 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.1% | 1,099 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.8% | 438 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.6% | 235 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 154 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.6% | 145 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 3,434 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 3,653 | 8.7% |
| 60-90k | 1,416 | 11.7% |
| 90-120k | 443 | 14.7% |
| 120-150k | 90 | 12.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 33 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 1,164 | 3.9% |
| 2024 | 1,804 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 6,062 | 9.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 5 Exclusive
Before buying a 2022 Mg 5 Exclusive, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 6.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (6.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (5.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (2.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Mg 5 Exclusives pass their MOT?
91.6% of the 9,063 2022 Mg 5 Exclusive MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mg 5 Exclusive?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 6.5% of tests, followed by tyres (5.4%).
Does the 2022 5 Exclusive get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 12.2% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,063 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.