2020 MG ZS 1.0L Petrol · CF20 EXL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test in May 2026 at 63,902 miles, though with an advisory for a slightly noisy offside front wheel bearing. This follows a significant failure in May 2025 at 57,366 miles for defective headlights, severely worn front tyres on the inner edges, and excessive play in the lower steering column universal joint. The trend is therefore improving from a serious failure to a conditional pass, but the persistent advisory on a steering-adjacent component and the prior failure on a critical steering joint indicate ongoing wear that requires verification. Mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for the vehicle’s age. The recorded history shows regular annual testing with sensible mileage increments: from 42,718 miles in July 2023 to 51,854 miles in May 2024 (approximately 9,100 miles), then to 57,366 miles by May 2025 (about 5,500 miles), and finally to 63,902 miles by May 2026 (around 6,500 miles). This pattern suggests normal, consistent use without prolonged periods of inactivity or unexplained high accumulation. The data is sufficiently sparse to be clean, with no unexplained gaps. A buyer must prioritize an in-person inspection of the steering and suspension system. The 2025 failure for excessive lower steering column universal joint wear is a serious structural safety concern that should be physically checked for any detectable play or knocking. The repeated advisory and failure notes on inner-edge front tyre wear point strongly to a likely underlying issue with front wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes, which must be assessed. Furthermore, the current advisory regarding the offside front wheel bearing should be audibly confirmed during a test drive for any grinding or growling that changes with load. Finally, while the headlight failure was rectified and no corrosion or structural defects have ever been recorded, the history of worn tyres and steering component wear suggests the previous owner may have deferred minor alignment maintenance. The combination of inner-edge tyre wear and a noisy wheel bearing can also indicate a failing bearing that has allowed the wheel to sit at a slight angle. All these points—steering joint play, tyre wear pattern, and bearing noise—must be thoroughly evaluated before purchase.