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2020 MG ZS 1.0L Petrol · CV20 AFZ

CV20 AFZ

2020 MG ZS (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29/07/2020. Recorded mileage 24,577 miles. MOT valid until 01/06/2027.

Make & Model
MG ZS
Year / Origin
2020 · Swansea
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/06/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
24,577 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01/06/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 15 May 2026 at 24,577 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a significant failure in 2025. While the car previously suffered from critical tyre failures, the subsequent pass indicates that the owner addressed these immediate safety concerns, bringing the vehicle back to a clean standard. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. There is a gap in records between October 2023 at 10,200 miles and June 2024 at 13,660 miles, where the car covered only 3,460 miles in eight months. This low-use pattern often explains the perishing and cracking noted on the tyres during the 2025, as rubber compounds can age and degrade when stationary rather than the tread wears down through driving. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the 2025 failure revealed structural bulges in the front tyres and perishing on the rear set. Despite the 2026 pass, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from flat spots or brake corrosion on the discs due to infrequent use. The 2024 advisory regarding uneven edge wear on the front tyres suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not prematurely consuming new rubber.

CV20 AFZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
  • 24,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
67
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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CV20 AFZ Mileage History

  1. 02/10/202310,200 mi
  2. 03/06/202413,660 mi+3,460 mi
  3. 16/05/202517,359 mi+3,699 mi
  4. 16/05/202517,359 mi
  5. 15/05/202624,577 mi+7,218 mi

Average of roughly 5,491 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CV20 AFZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 02:36
MOT Analysis

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 (CV20 AFZ) between October 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 May 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: Tyres (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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: “Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)”; “Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii”.

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