2022 Mg Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,325 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 91.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.0% | 132 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.8% | 94 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.4% | 81 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.5% | 51 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.4% | 45 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 7 |
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 | 75 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 74 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 60 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 34 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 27 |
| 6 | Wipers | 27 |
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 | 20.8% | 693 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.9% | 263 |
| 3 | Tyres | 7.6% | 252 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 98 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.0% | 66 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.7% | 58 |
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 | 2,702 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 602 | 14.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 138 | 8.7% |
| 2025 | 3,178 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto
Before buying a 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto, 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 (2.8% 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 (2.4% 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 T-Gdi Autos pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 3,325 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mg Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by brakes (2.8%).
Does the 2022 Zs Exclusive T-Gdi Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 14.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,325 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.