2020 MG 5 Exclusive EV Electricity · AF70 EXL

The vehicle presents a broadly stable mechanical picture, though the most recent activity on 5 February 2026 at 147,746 miles reveals a pattern of minor oversights rather than serious deterioration. That day produced an initial failure for a position lamp switch and an insecure undertray, followed immediately by a pass once the lamp switch was rectified. The undertray advisory persisted into the retest, indicating a cosmetic or fitting issue rather than a structural defect. The 2025 test also passed, but flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit on their edges, alongside the same undertray note. A clean pass in January 2024 at 93,972 miles shows the car can pass without advisories, making the repeated undertray and tyre wear points more noticeable. Mileage accumulation tells a clear story of sustained high use. Between January 2023 at 63,698 miles and February 2025 at 122,262 miles, the car covered roughly 58,564 miles in just over two years, averaging close to 29,000 miles annually. The subsequent jump to 147,746 miles by February 2026 adds another 25,484 miles in twelve months. This is well above the typical annual figure for a six-year-old vehicle and points to regular motorway or long-distance driving. Such use accelerates wear on consumables, suspension bushes, brake components, and drivetrain mounts, even if the powertrain itself is electric and mechanically simpler than a combustion unit. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry. Edge wear on both front tyres in 2025 suggests possible misalignment, worn track rod ends, or deteriorated suspension bushes, issues that can worsen rapidly at these mileages. The repeated undertray advisory, while minor, warrants a check for cracked mounting points, heat shield damage, or debris impact, particularly if the car has been driven extensively on uneven roads. Given the 25,000-mile annual stride, expect brake discs, pads, and tyres to be near replacement thresholds even if the last test passed without comment. The electric drivetrain removes many traditional wear items, but the high mileage still places significant demand on consumables and chassis components. A thorough test drive should assess brake feel for pulsation or binding, listen for suspension knocks over rough surfaces, and verify that all exterior lamps function correctly, given the recent switch fault. The MOT record itself shows no corrosion, emissions, or structural failures, which is reassuring, but the combination of heavy use and minor recurring advisories suggests previous owners addressed only immediate failures rather than preventative upkeep. Budget for fresh tyres, a full suspension check, and possible brake service before long journeys.