2018 MG ZS 1.0L Petrol · YW18 DYB
2018 MG ZS (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 50,338 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,338 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YW18 DYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2026
- 50,338 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YW18 DYB 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 (YW18 DYB) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 July 2026 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: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
YW18 DYB Mileage History
- 29/08/202330,943 mi
- 25/07/202442,495 mi+11,552 mi
- 31/07/202547,518 mi+5,023 mi
- 06/07/202650,338 mi+2,820 mi
- 08/07/202650,338 mi
Average of roughly 6,783 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: Average
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