2020 MG ZS 1.5L Petrol · NJ20 WBK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend is deteriorating, primarily driven by a consistent failure of the front and rear tyres. The most recent inspection on 2026-03-06 at 43,982 miles was passed, yet subsequent tests show a clear pattern of wear. The 2025 test at 41,683 miles revealed that the front brake pad was wearing thin (1.1.13) and the rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit on edge, a condition that was repeated on the 2024 and 2023 tests. This progression indicates that the vehicle has experienced a gradual decline in tyre wear, a critical indicator for a 6-year-old car. The mileage history suggests a pattern of rapid accumulation without adequate upkeep, as the vehicle has reached 43,982 miles over six years. The 2026 test at 43,982 miles represents the final recorded figure, which is significantly higher than the previous 41,683 miles, confirming that the vehicle has undergone substantial mileage gain since the last MOT. While the 2025 test at 41,683 miles was passed, the 2024 test at 37,080 miles failed, and the 2023 test at 33,464 miles also failed, demonstrating that the vehicle has had at least three separate MOTs where the front tyre was worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)). This pattern of consistent front tyre wear suggests that basic upkeep, such as changing tyres before they fail, was skipped. A buyer should inspect the vehicle personally to assess the condition of the front and rear tyres, as the 2024 test explicitly flagged both front and rear tyres as worn close to the legal limit on edge. The 2025 test also highlighted thin brake pads, which may indicate that the braking system is no longer providing adequate grip, a serious structural risk. Given the 6-year age of the car and the recurring front tyre wear, the vehicle is in a state of serious wear that requires immediate professional assessment and potential work to prevent further catastrophic failure.