2001 MG ZS 1.8L Petrol · YV51 YEC
2001 MG ZS (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 159,771 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,771 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YV51 YEC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 159,771 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.
YV51 YEC 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 2001 Mg Zs (YV51 YEC) between October 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
YV51 YEC Mileage History
- 11/10/2022139,379 mi
- 09/10/2023145,786 mi+6,407 mi
- 03/12/2024154,364 mi+8,578 mi
- 04/12/2024154,365 mi+1 mi
- 08/12/2025159,771 mi+5,406 mi
Average of roughly 6,454 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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
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- 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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