2018 MG ZS 1.5L Petrol · X70 DAR
2018 MG ZS (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2018. Recorded mileage 21,922 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,922 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X70 DAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 21,922 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X70 DAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mg Zs (X70 DAR) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
X70 DAR Mileage History
- 13/01/202314,907 mi
- 13/01/202314,907 mi
- 12/01/202417,458 mi+2,551 mi
- 24/01/202520,073 mi+2,615 mi
- 23/01/202621,922 mi+1,849 mi
Average of roughly 2,317 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Modern Petrol)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Premature Clutch Wear (Manual)Serious
Some manual ZS owners have reported that the clutch wears out significantly earlier than expected.
- Stalling When Cold (Petrol)Moderate
Some petrol ZS models have been reported to stall when cold, particularly the DVVT-equipped engines. This is often linked to software calibration or dirty throttle bodies.
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