2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti- — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,703 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti-, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 89.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 22.9% in the 60-90k group versus 8.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.0% | 187 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 182 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.1% | 147 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.1% | 101 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.3% | 59 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Front fog lamps | 115 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 105 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 85 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 79 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 68 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 62 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 25.5% | 1,198 |
| 2 | Tyres | 10.3% | 482 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.2% | 431 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 3.4% | 162 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.1% | 145 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.8% | 86 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 3,480 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,175 | 15.2% |
| 60-90k | 48 | 22.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 206 | 7.3% |
| 2025 | 4,494 | 10.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Zs Exclusive Vti-
Before buying a 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti-, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (3.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (3.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti-s pass their MOT?
89.4% of the 4,703 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti- MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive Vti-?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by brakes (3.9%).
Does the 2022 Zs Exclusive Vti- get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 22.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,703 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.