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MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech reliable? We analysed 23,248 real MOT tests across 11,031 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 23,248 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
26,043mi
Annual Mileage
6,844mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech 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 Vti-tech.

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Number Plates

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

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88%
2023
86.5%
2022
88.6%
2021
87.9%
2020

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 177
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 139
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 68

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,666 mi/yr
Typical
6,844 mi/yr
Average
7,827 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,680 mi/yr

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 2,025 88.0% 16,352 22,518 30,706
2022 6,455 86.5% 17,893 24,600 32,634
2021 10,110 88.6% 19,579 27,197 36,128
2020 3,943 87.9% 19,237 26,668 35,032

How Long Does a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Last?

Based on 11,031 MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech Mileage Distribution

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

Median
26,043 mi
75th Percentile
34,732 mi
95th Percentile
52,456 mi
Max Recorded
168,878 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech

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

Best year
2021

88.6% MOT pass rate from 10,110 tests

Year to avoid
2022

86.5% MOT pass rate from 6,455 tests

The best year to buy a used MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.6% across 10,110 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.5% — 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 Vti-tech 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 Vti-tech THIS CAR 87.7% 23,248 26,043 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
Mercedes-benz A 200 79.4% 37,458 63,106 mi 21 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech?

The MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 23,248 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 tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech 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 Vti-tech owner drives around 6,844 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 Vti-tech — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech reliable?
Based on 23,248 MOT tests, the MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech do per year?
The typical MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech does around 6,844 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech?
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 Vti-tech?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used MG ZS Exclusive Vti-tech is 2021 with a 88.6% pass rate across 10,110 tests.