MG Zs Excite Ev
From 2,916 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a tyre seriously damaged and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 106 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 106 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 51 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 35 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 22 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 21 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 19 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 14 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 12 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 9 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 39.4% of failures are serious: 39.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85.5% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 86% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 87.1% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zs Excite Evs tested had between 16,198 and 41,501 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,489 median miles, the Zs Excite Ev has 0.063 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other MG models
| MG Zs | 81.9% |
| MG 3 | 79.4% |
| MG Zs Exclusive Ev | 89.5% |
| MG Tf | 75% |
| MG Mgf | 72.8% |
Common questions
What is the MG Zs Excite Ev MOT pass rate?
The MG Zs Excite Ev has a 85.9% MOT pass rate based on 2,916 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a MG Zs Excite Ev?
The most common MOT failure on the MG Zs Excite Ev is a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 106 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a MG Zs Excite Ev at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a MG Zs Excite Ev is 22,489 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,198 and 41,501 miles.
Buying a used Zs Excite Ev?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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