2023 MG ZS Trophy Connect EV 1.6L Electric · GY06 GEM

The most recent MOT on 15 January 2026 recorded a failure. The test flagged an inoperative engine MIL (malfunction indicator lamp), thin front brake pads on both sides, and front brake discs that are worn, pitted or scored. A rear child seat also prevented a full check of the adult seat‑belt, which contributed to the failure. The only recurring mechanical issue in the history is the front‑brake wear. In the 2026 test the pads were already thin, and the discs show surface damage, although they were not deemed seriously weakened. No other defects have been logged since 2023, when tyre wear on the front wheels was noted as approaching the legal limit. Apart from the brake items, the MOT record is clean, suggesting the vehicle’s condition has been relatively stable, but the latest failure indicates a slight deterioration in the braking system and an emerging engine‑electrical fault. At 88,670 mi for a ten‑year‑old X‑Trail the mileage averages about 8,900 mi per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. It does not point to extreme hard use, but it also does not rule out normal wear on consumables such as brakes, tyres and suspension components. The mileage figure alone is therefore ambiguous regarding the overall health of the drivetrain.