2021 MG ZS Exclusive VTI-Tech 1.5L Petrol · WP71 LFO

The MG ZS presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 30 October 2025 at 44,175 miles with zero defects recorded. The sole advisory in the history, a nail in the offside rear tyre noted on 15 November 2024 at 31,152 miles, was a minor consumable puncture rather than a structural or mechanical defect. Its resolution and the subsequent clean test indicate the previous owner addressed basic upkeep promptly. No recurring faults, corrosion, or emissions failures appear in the record, suggesting consistent care rather than neglect. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a five-year-old vehicle. Between the November 2024 test at 31,152 miles and the October 2025 test at 44,175 miles, the car covered 13,023 miles in roughly eleven months, averaging approximately 1,184 miles per month. This is slightly above the overall lifetime average of 8,835 miles per year, pointing to a period of heavier use in the most recent year. No anomalous gaps or sudden drops appear in the data, and the recorded mileage aligns logically with the test dates. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection. The puncture advisory on the offside rear tyre warrants checking the condition of all four tyres, including sidewall integrity and tread depth, as well as the spare if fitted. The ZS platform's rear torsion beam suspension and front MacPherson struts should be examined for bush wear, leaking dampers, and uneven tyre wear patterns that MOTs do not always capture. Brake disc thickness and pad condition deserve attention given the recent higher-mileage usage, and the underside should be inspected for corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and exhaust components, particularly if the vehicle has spent time standing or in coastal environments. A short test drive will reveal any binding calipers, steering misalignment, or transmission issues that a static inspection cannot detect.