MG ZT-T MOT pass rate
67.7% of 1,294 MG ZT-T MOT tests pass.
The ZT-T passes 67.7% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MG models (84.6%).
The MG ZT-T passes 67.7% 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 | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 67.7% | 1,294 | 123,082 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MG ZT-T
The most common reason the MG ZT-T fails its MOT is suspension — present in 63.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 63.6% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 52.3% | Not working |
| Brakes | 51.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 15.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Tyres | 14.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 14.0% | Has a major leak of exhaust gases |
| Visibility | 11.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.8% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Steering | 9.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Road Wheels | 1.5% | 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-T?
- 67.7% of MG ZT-T MOT tests pass, based on 1,294 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MG ZT-T?
- The most common reason the MG ZT-T fails its MOT is suspension — present in 63.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the MG ZT-T'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.