2022 MG ZS Excite VTI-Tech 1.5L Petrol · MT22 FME

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy certificate but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 104,248 miles, it failed a comprehensive inspection just five weeks prior at 103,753 miles. The transition from a major failure to a pass indicates that the owner addressed the immediate safety defects, but the presence of multiple critical faults suggests the vehicle was operated beyond its legal limits rather than following a proactive service schedule. At 104,248 miles after only four years, this MG has covered an average of over 26,000 miles per year. This high-intensity usage accelerates the wear on mechanical components that typically last longer on lower mileage. The 495-mile gap between the February failure and the March pass is relatively short, suggesting the car is driven frequently, yet the failure of all four tyres, the parking brake, and the washer system indicates that basic pre-trip checks were neglected until the MOT test forced action. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the front suspension, as both the nearside and offside shock absorbers were flagged for reduced damping in February 2026 and remain an advisory as of the March test. High-mileage vehicles often suffer premature failure of suspension bushes and control arms. Furthermore, the offside rear brake system previously showed issues with scored discs and fluctuating service brakes; a technician should verify that these components were properly replaced and that the parking brake efficiency now meets the required threshold, as it was previously below the 50 percent limit.