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MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto reliable? We analysed 14,087 real MOT tests across 7,276 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 14,087 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.3%
Typical Mileage
23,178mi
Annual Mileage
6,095mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto.

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.9%
2024
88.2%
2023
89.3%
2022
90.2%
2021
87.8%
2020

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 83
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,876 mi/yr
Typical
6,095 mi/yr
Average
7,076 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,936 mi/yr

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2024 59 94.9% 6,476 11,763 20,224
2023 1,680 88.2% 13,336 19,444 28,384
2022 4,359 89.3% 14,578 20,919 28,964
2021 5,808 90.2% 17,960 26,656 39,997
2020 1,755 87.8% 15,812 22,915 32,016

How Long Does a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Last?

Based on 7,276 MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
23,178 mi
75th Percentile
33,369 mi
95th Percentile
56,140 mi
Max Recorded
300,040 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto

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

Best year
2024

94.9% MOT pass rate from 59 tests

Year to avoid
2020

87.8% MOT pass rate from 1,755 tests

The best year to buy a used MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto is 2024, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.9% across 59 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto THIS CAR 89.3% 14,087 23,178 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
Suzuki Vitara SZ5 Boosterjet MHEV 93.3% 5,086 24,821 mi — yrs

Compared to the MG Zr (69.8% pass rate) and the MG Mgf (66.7% pass rate), the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto?

The MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.3% across 14,087 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 ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto 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 ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto owner drives around 6,095 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 ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto reliable?
Based on 14,087 MOT tests, the MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto has a 89.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto do per year?
The typical MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto does around 6,095 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto?
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 ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used MG ZS Exclusive T-gdi Auto is 2024 with a 94.9% pass rate across 59 tests.