MG ZT MOT pass rate
73.5% of 2,165 MG ZT MOT tests pass.
The ZT passes 73.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MG models (84.6%).
The MG ZT passes 73.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (2) | 2 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 73.5% | 2,162 | 92,516 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MG ZT
The most common reason the MG ZT fails its MOT is suspension — present in 58.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 58.9% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 54.1% | Excessively corroded |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 50.1% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 15.9% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 15.2% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Tyres | 12.5% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 12.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 11.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 1.3% | Fixing missing |
Related MG models
- MG ZS — 86.8% pass rate
- MG 3 — 81.4% pass rate
- MG HS — 93.9% pass rate
- MG TF — 74.3% pass rate
- MG MGF — 70.1% pass rate
- MG ZS EXCLUSIVE VTI-TECH — 91.7% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MG ZT?
- 73.5% of MG ZT MOT tests pass, based on 2,165 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MG ZT?
- The most common reason the MG ZT fails its MOT is suspension — present in 58.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the MG ZT's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MG service history guide for how to check and keep one.