MG ZS MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

25.3%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old MG ZS vehicles
Based on 2,322 MOT tests
2.7pp below the UK average (28%)

MG ZS in this age bracket has a 25.3% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: brakes and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old MG ZS are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Brakes 8.8%
Lamps & Electrics 7.3%
Tyres 6.0%
Suspension 5.1%
Visibility 3.1%
Steering 0.7%
Body & Chassis 0.5%

How Does This Compare?

MG ZS MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.0% 39,600 Tyres
3-5 years 16.5% 63,667 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 25.3% 2,322 Brakes
11-15 years 35.4% 263 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 41.2% 6,165 Brakes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old MG ZS reliable?

6-10-year-old MG ZS vehicles have a 25.3% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old MG ZS?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Brakes — 8.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 7.3% failure risk
  • Tyres — 6.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my MG ZS for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old MG ZS, focus on: (1) Brakes — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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