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MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the MG ZS Limited Edition Auto reliable? We analysed 602 real MOT tests across 151 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 602 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
27,477mi
Annual Mileage
5,953mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The MG ZS Limited Edition 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 Limited Edition Auto.

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Number Plates

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

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

85%
2020

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,216 mi/yr
Typical
5,953 mi/yr
Average
6,839 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,691 mi/yr

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 593 85.0% 19,782 27,471 36,222

How Long Does a MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Last?

Based on 151 MG ZS Limited Edition Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.7 years
Median
5.0 years

MG ZS Limited Edition Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
27,477 mi
75th Percentile
36,464 mi
95th Percentile
54,974 mi
Max Recorded
87,543 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used MG ZS Limited Edition Auto

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

Best year
2020

85.0% MOT pass rate from 593 tests

The best year to buy a used MG ZS Limited Edition Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.0% across 593 tests.

How Does the MG ZS Limited Edition 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 Limited Edition Auto THIS CAR 84.9% 602 27,477 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
Yingang Yg 48 Q-5 71.5% 305 4,751 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used MG ZS Limited Edition Auto?

The MG ZS Limited Edition Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 602 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 Limited Edition 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 Limited Edition Auto owner drives around 5,953 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 Limited Edition Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MG ZS Limited Edition Auto reliable?
Based on 602 MOT tests, the MG ZS Limited Edition Auto has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a MG ZS Limited Edition Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a MG ZS Limited Edition Auto do per year?
The typical MG ZS Limited Edition Auto does around 5,953 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a MG ZS Limited Edition Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a MG ZS Limited Edition 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 Limited Edition Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used MG ZS Limited Edition Auto is 2020 with a 85.0% pass rate across 593 tests.