2001 MG ZS 1.8L Petrol · YF51 DWX
2001 MG ZS (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 188,003 miles. MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,003 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF51 DWX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2023
- 188,003 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF51 DWX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Zs (YF51 DWX) between October 2021 and November 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structura”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm insecurely attached hole in arm worn and ball joint loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested No Pedal (1.2.1 (g))”.
YF51 DWX Mileage History
- 26/10/2021152,499 mi
- 01/11/2022170,824 mi+18,325 mi
- 06/11/2023187,723 mi+16,899 mi
- 28/11/2023188,003 mi+280 mi
Average of roughly 16,995 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- V6 VIS Motor FailureModerate
The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension bushes wear prematurely, leading to vague steering, knocking noises over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. This is a common MOT failure point.
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