2001 MG ZS 2.5L Petrol · 98 WU
2001 MG ZS (2.5L, petrol). First registered 27 Jul 2001. Recorded mileage 55,047 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2001
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,047 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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98 WU Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2025
- 55,047 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
98 WU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zs (98 WU) between May 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
98 WU Mileage History
- 26/05/202253,293 mi
- 30/04/202453,899 mi+606 mi
- 31/07/202555,047 mi+1,148 mi
Average of roughly 551 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2001 model year cars.
- V6 VIS Motor FailureModerate
The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension bushes wear prematurely, leading to vague steering, knocking noises over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. This is a common MOT failure point.
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