2021 MG ZS Excite VTI-Tech 1.5L Petrol · DF71 AJF
2021 MG ZS Excite VTI-Tech (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2021. Recorded mileage 54,009 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS EXCITE VTI-TECH
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,009 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF71 AJF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 54,009 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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DF71 AJF MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mg Zs Excite Vti-Tech (DF71 AJF) between August 2024 and August 2026.
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.
DF71 AJF Mileage History
- 23/08/202431,859 mi
- 11/09/202543,008 mi+11,149 mi
- 17/08/202654,009 mi+11,001 mi
Average of roughly 11,174 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
A strong recommendation for those priori
Focus your attention on the service history to verify that the 1.5L engine has been maintained according to manufacturer intervals, as MOT records do not confirm mechanical servicing. Given that the mileage is above the model average of 8,142 miles per year, use this as a point of negotiation regarding the vehicle's price.
Equipped with a Euro 6D petrol engine, this vehicle is ULEZ compliant, meaning it avoids daily charges in London's low-emission zone. Fuel economy is typical for a petrol compact SUV of this displacement.
Annual costs will include standard road tax for a 1.5L engine and insurance based on the ZS's group. Maintenance costs are generally moderate, though buyers should budget for the wear-and-tear items common to this model.
Carefully inspect the tyre tread and the condition of the brake pads and discs. Aggregate data from 10,056 MG ZS vehicles identifies tyres and brakes as the most common MOT failure points, making them critical check-points despite this vehicle's clean history.
Additionally, examine the blue exterior paintwork for any cosmetic damage or scratches that would not be flagged during an MOT test. Ensure all electronic features of the Excite trim are functioning correctly.
This blue MG ZS Excite VTI-TECH has covered 54,009 miles since its registration in September 2021. The vehicle's MOT history is notably consistent, with three passes recorded between 2024 and 2026 and no defects noted in any of those tests. While the mileage is higher than the model average, the lack of recorded failures is a positive data point.
The MG ZS has an average MOT pass rate of 86.7%, with the most frequent failures relating to tyres and braking systems.
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