MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 337 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
337
Avg Mileage
20,165 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 96% of MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECHs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 337 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,165 miles.
How does the 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH has 20,165 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH by Year
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About the 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH
The 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH is a small family car with a 1498cc petrol engine. 337 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 20,165 miles at 2 years old, MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH Fuel Costs
The 1498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH Reliability Trend
Newer MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECHs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH
The MG 3 EXCLUSIVE NAV VTI-TECH is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-5%) from 34,173 tests