2020 MG ZS 1.0L Petrol · LS20 DGZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in proactive care. While it passed the most recent test in February 2026 at 32,836 miles, the tester identified multiple defects that were not present in the previous year. The presence of a severely deteriorated offside front inner drive shaft CV boot and an oil leak indicates that mechanical wear is beginning to manifest, marking a shift away from the clean inspection records seen in early 2024. At six years old with only 32,836 miles, the car has covered significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage often suggests lighter mechanical strain, yet the data reveals a gap of over 4,000 miles between April 2023 and February 2024, followed by another 5,000-mile stretch leading to the 2026 test. The failure in February 2025 due to an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light and poor parking brake adjustment suggests that the owner may only address issues when testing fails rather than performing scheduled preventative. A buyer must inspect the engine bay to identify the source of the persistent oil leak noted in both 2025 and 2026. The deteriorated CV boot on the front drive requires immediate replacement to prevent grease loss and eventual failure of the drive shaft joint. Furthermore, both the nearside front and rear tyres were flagged at the 2mm limit with uneven edge wear, indicating a potential alignment issue or suspension geometry fault that needs investigation. The TPMS light also requires a diagnostic check to ensure the tire pressure monitoring system is functional.