2023 MG 4 SE Electric · SA23 VST

The vehicle was presented for its most recent MOT on 27 March 2026 and is currently recorded as having passed the test, although the same date also carries a fail record which relates to a single PRS defect concerning the windscreen washer providing insufficient washer liquid. This is a minor and easily rectified issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern, and the advisory items raised at the same test remain the more noteworthy indicators. The tyre pressure monitoring system warning light being illuminated warrants further investigation, as it may suggest a faulty sensor, a depleted sensor battery, or simply that tyre pressures have not been checked recently, while the advisory concerning undertrays and battery covers preventing full inspection indicates that the tester could not fully examine components underneath the vehicle, which is increasingly common on modern EVs but means a buyer should be aware that not all underside components have a documented recent inspection. Overall the maintenance trend from the MOT history appears stable rather than worsening, as there are no advisories relating to wear items such as braking components, suspension, tyres, or structural corrosion. With a recorded mileage of 7,145 miles over a three-year registration period, the vehicle has covered an annual average of roughly 2,380 miles, which is markedly low and consistent with a car that has either been used for short local trips or has experienced extended standing time between uses. Such low mileage tends to reduce wear on high-cycle components such as brake pads, discs, clutch or friction materials, and the electric drivetrain, but it introduces a different set of considerations. Prolonged standing periods allow brake discs to corrode and pads to partially bond to the disc surface, leading to binding calipers and juddering on early application, while tyres can suffer sidewall perishing and flat-spotting from age and inactivity even when tread depth remains nominally adequate. Coolant, brake fluid, and any reduction gear oil specified by MG should also be treated as time-serviced rather than mileage-serviced, and low use can mask a deteriorating 12V auxiliary battery, which is a known failure point on lightly used EVs. For a prospective buyer, the priorities on physical inspection should begin with verifying that the TPMS light has been resolved and confirming correct cold tyre pressures on all four corners, then inspecting the tyre sidewalls closely for fine cracking or perishing and checking the manufacture date stamps, as tyres older than around five years from their DOT code are typically recommended for replacement due to age-related rubber degradation. On a test drive, listen carefully for any scraping or grinding noises from the brakes during the first few applications, as this commonly indicates surface corrosion on the discs following standing; a mildly rough or pulsating pedal feel on the first stop is acceptable, but it should smooth out quickly. In addition, confirm that the windscreen washer system has been topped up and functions correctly on both front and rear outlets, as failure to address the PRS item would result in an immediate retest failure. The undertrays should be removed at a service inspection to allow a full check of the high-voltage cabling, underbody condition, and suspension components, and the auxiliary 12V battery should be load-tested as a matter of course on any lightly used EV. Service history verification is particularly important on a low-mileage example such as this, as the scheduled MG maintenance intervals are partly calendar-based and a vehicle of this age should have at least one or two documented service visits regardless of mileage. Confirm that any required inspections of the high-voltage battery pack, cooling system, and brake fluid have been carried out at the correct intervals, and ask for evidence of any software updates or recalls having been addressed by an authorised MG dealer. Finally, ensure that the charging cable and any associated equipment are present and in good order, check that all infotainment and driver assist functions operate as expected, and confirm that the remaining manufacturer warranty cover, which is generous on MGs, is still in force and transferable, as this would substantially de-risk the purchase of a relatively new electric vehicle.