2022 MG 5 Excite Electric · LD72 DFK

The most recent DVSA examination on 8 November 2025 recorded a Pass with no defects or advisories, and the preceding test on 9 May 2025 also returned a clean Pass. This represents a stable and improving maintenance trend compared with the September 2024 visit, which combined a Fail on multiple headlamp and stop lamp defects with two advisories relating to front suspension and front tyre condition. The fact that the vehicle was presented the same day for a re-test on 2 September 2024 and passed with only advisories suggests the lighting failures were rectified promptly. Overall, the pattern indicates that any underlying issues were addressed and the car has since been kept in a roadworthy condition, though the brief cluster of defects warrants a degree of vigilance from any prospective buyer. With 63,092 miles recorded against a four-year-old vehicle, the annual mileage averages approximately 15,773 miles, which is notably high for a car of this age and segment. Sustained high-mileage use accelerates wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and wiper blades, and places greater cumulative load on suspension components, wheel bearings, and the electric drivetrain. There are no obvious gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged periods of standing, and the consistent testing pattern points to regular use. From a mechanical standpoint, this usage profile is not detrimental in itself, but it does justify a more thorough inspection of high-wear items than would be expected on a lower-mileage equivalent. The advisory recorded on 2 September 2024 concerning light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber is a notable point of interest. Light misting is the earliest stage of seal degradation and does not constitute a failure, but it is progressive in nature. A test drive should include driving over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and around corners at modest speed to listen for clonking, knocking, or excessive bouncing from the front suspension, any of which would indicate that the shock absorber has deteriorated further since the advisory was issued. Given the high annual mileage, a thorough inspection of all suspension bushes, the anti-roll bar links, and the condition of the coil springs is recommended, as these components work hardest on a frequently used vehicle and are more prone to perishing and fatigue. The advisories relating to tyre condition in 2024 are equally relevant. The offside front tyre was noted as worn close to the legal limit, and both rear tyres showed signs of damage, cracking, or perishing. With high mileage, tyres will require replacement more frequently, and any new purchase should include a careful check of all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall integrity, and uneven wear patterns that might suggest alignment or suspension geometry issues. The headlamp and stop lamp failures from the same date are likely to have been resolved at the re-test, but a physical inspection of all exterior lighting, including indicators and the high-mounted stop lamp, remains sensible. Beyond the MOT record, the buyer should also consider time-based servicing items not visible in the test history, including the condition of the 12-volt battery, brake fluid hygroscopic degradation, coolant replacement, and verification of any service book stamps or digital service records to confirm that the high mileage has been accompanied by appropriate routine maintenance.