Zontes Zt Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Zontes Zt reliable? We analysed 3,555 real MOT tests across 898 vehicles to find out.
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The Zontes Zt is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Zontes Zt.
Zontes Zt Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Zontes Zt. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Zontes Zt MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Zontes Zt to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Zontes Zt Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Zontes Zt owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Zontes Zt MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Zontes Zt year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 323 | 76.2% | 5,577 | 9,994 | 15,234 |
| 2016 | 732 | 71.2% | 4,026 | 8,456 | 14,399 |
| 2015 | 977 | 66.5% | 5,374 | 10,119 | 16,526 |
| 2014 | 1,093 | 71.8% | 4,470 | 8,262 | 13,914 |
| 2013 | 299 | 66.2% | 3,468 | 8,134 | 14,524 |
| 2012 | 100 | 73.0% | 3,136 | 6,362 | 9,817 |
How Long Does a Zontes Zt Last?
Based on 898 Zontes Zt vehicles on UK roads.
Zontes Zt Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Zontes Zt MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Zontes Zt
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.2% MOT pass rate from 323 tests
66.2% MOT pass rate from 299 tests
The best year to buy a used Zontes Zt is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.2% across 323 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Zontes Zt Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zontes Zt THIS CAR | 70.2% | 3,555 | 8,930 mi | 14 yrs |
| Zontes Zt 125-G1 | 82.9% | 826 | 5,887 mi | — yrs |
| Zontes Scorpion 125 | 69% | 787 | 5,976 mi | — yrs |
| Zontes Mantis | 72.4% | 740 | 8,907 mi | 10 yrs |
| Audi A4 Technik 35 TDI S-a | 89.1% | 3,124 | 50,578 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Zontes Zt 125-G1 (82.9% pass rate) and the Zontes Scorpion 125 (69.0% pass rate), the Zontes Zt sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Zontes Zt has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.2% across 3,555 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
A typical Zontes Zt owner drives around 1,276 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.
In terms of longevity, most Zontes Zt models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.