2020 MG ZS 1.0L Petrol · K40 TBH
2020 MG ZS (1.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 52,944 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,944 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K40 TBH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 52,944 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K40 TBH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Mg Zs (K40 TBH) between June 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.
K40 TBH Mileage History
- 29/06/202334,891 mi
- 10/01/202438,244 mi+3,353 mi
- 13/01/202544,657 mi+6,413 mi
- 09/01/202652,882 mi+8,225 mi
- 13/01/202652,944 mi+62 mi
Average of roughly 7,098 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Modern Petrol)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Premature Clutch Wear (Manual)Serious
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- Stalling When Cold (Petrol)Moderate
Some petrol ZS models have been reported to stall when cold, particularly the DVVT-equipped engines. This is often linked to software calibration or dirty throttle bodies.
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