2018 MG ZS 1.5L Petrol · GL03 ALY

The 2018 MG ZS presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent DVSA test on 22 December 2025 at 28,071 miles which recorded no defects. Prior to that, the December 2024 cycle showed a clean pass at 24,789 miles alongside a same-day failure entry carrying no recorded defects, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Across every test from 15 December 2022 through to 2025, the vehicle cleared with no advisories or reported wear on brakes, suspension, exhaust, or structure. Annual mileage sits well below typical for an eight-year-old car. The record shows 13,021 miles in December 2022, rising to 18,657 by December 2023, then 24,789 in December 2024, and 28,071 in December 2025. That equates to roughly 3,500 miles per year, a low-use profile with no sudden accumulation spikes. The clean sheet across all entries means the history is sparse on fault data, though low standing mileage can mask perished rubber components not caught in a static test. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers given the car's likely periods of inactivity between short annual trips. Check underneath for corrosion on structural members and subframes, as moisture trapped during storage accelerates rust unseen by MOT testers on a dry ramp. Verify tyre sidewall condition and brake disc surface, since infrequent movement allows flat spots and surface pitting to develop despite passing emissions and rolling-road checks. The absence of recurring advisories suggests previous owners kept basic statutory testing current, but the duplicate 2024 result hints at slipshod garage administration rather than neglect of the vehicle itself. Given the low miles, expect consumables like wiper blades and battery health to be the realistic wear items rather than drivetrain or structural fatigue.