2022 MG ZS Trophy EV Electric · RA11 AGA

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate, having passed on 12 August 2026 following an immediate re-test on the same date. The maintenance trend suggested by the MOT history is one of stable compliance with persistent wear-related advisories rather than deterioration, though the same-day failure and pass indicates the tester identified a major defect that was rectified without documentation in the DVSA record. Notably, the August 2026 test recorded an excessively worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush as a major failure item, alongside advisories for both rear brake discs showing pitting and scoring and a worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush. The previous year's test in August 2025 had also resulted in a same-day failure, this time due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring, with advisories for a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and rear brake disc wear. The recurrence of suspension-related issues across both test cycles warrants close attention. With a recorded mileage of 53,259 miles over approximately four years, this MG ZS is being driven at around 13,315 miles per year, which is notably high for its age and significantly above the typical average of 7,000 to 9,000 miles annually. Such elevated usage accelerates wear on all consumable and structural elements, including brake friction material, suspension components, tyres, and underbody fixings. The relatively consistent annual mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing, which is generally favourable for avoiding age-related degradation but does mean that mechanical components have experienced substantial cumulative load cycles. The MOT records corroborate this usage pattern through repeated advisories on wear-based items such as brake discs and suspension bushes. Given the recurring suspension advisories and the major failure on the offside front arm bush, a prospective buyer should commission a thorough inspection of the entire front and rear suspension assemblies, paying particular attention to the offside front control arm bushes, all anti-roll bar links and drop links, and the nearside front arm pivot as flagged in 2026. On a test drive, listen for any knocking, clunking, or rattling over bumps and uneven road surfaces, and feel for vague or wandering steering response, as worn bushes can introduce slop into the suspension geometry. Given the 2025 fractured coil spring failure, inspect the remaining three coil springs for signs of corrosion stress fractures, particularly at the lower coils, and listen for any metallic scraping or sagging of the vehicle's stance when parked on level ground. Uneven tyre wear, particularly inner shoulder wear, may also indicate worn suspension geometry components. The rear brake disc advisories in both 2025 and 2026 suggest ongoing corrosion and surface degradation of the rear discs, which on an EV are particularly susceptible to pitting due to the regenerative braking system reducing friction pad application. During a test drive, listen for any brake shudder or pulsation through the pedal under firm application, and check the rear calipers for any signs of binding or seized slider mechanisms that could exacerbate uneven disc wear. Verify the condition and age of all four tyres, looking for uneven wear patterns that may indicate alignment or suspension issues, and confirm that replacements match manufacturer specifications for an EV of this weight class. Additionally, despite no specific MOT items, given the higher-than-average mileage, the buyer should obtain evidence of recent brake fluid and coolant servicing, inspect the underbody for corrosion or damage from regular road use, and check the 12V auxiliary battery health, as high-mileage EVs can experience premature degradation of this component despite the main traction battery being outside typical MOT scope.