2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 MG ZS MOT pass rate and common faults

209 MOT tests in 2024. 61.7% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

106Above average
Passed first time61.7%
Failed or needed repairs38.3%
Typical mileage at test91,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 209 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements8.1%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.7%
  3. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.8%
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.3%
  5. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength3.8%
  6. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.3%
  7. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.9%
  8. Headlamp aim: too low2.9%
  9. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.9%
    11 marked dangerous
  10. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Brakes25.8%
  2. Body & chassis19.1%
  3. Lights & electrics19.1%
  4. Suspension18.7%
  5. Tyres7.7%
  6. Emissions & leaks6.2%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.8%
  8. Seat belts & airbags4.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded14.8%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.9%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.4%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.5%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength10.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 MG ZS?

In 2024, 61.7% of 2002 MG ZS cars passed their MOT first time, across 209 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 MG ZS?

The most common failure reasons were rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2002 MG ZS reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 106, which is above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).