2022 Mg Zs Trophy Connect Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,502 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mg Zs Trophy Connect Ev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (92.0%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.3% | 94 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.5% | 67 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.1% | 46 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 14 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.5% | 8 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 61 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 48 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 19 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 15 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.9% | 299 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.4% | 201 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.2% | 108 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.5% | 97 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.8% | 27 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 26 |
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 | 837 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 501 | 13.8% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 15.2% |
| 90-120k | 32 | 9.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 70 | 2.9% |
| 2024 | 167 | 12.0% |
| 2025 | 1,264 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Zs Trophy Connect Ev
Before buying a 2022 Mg Zs Trophy Connect Ev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.3% 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.
- Suspension (4.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (3.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 Trophy Connect Evs pass their MOT?
89.9% of the 1,502 2022 Mg Zs Trophy Connect Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mg Zs Trophy Connect Ev?
Tyres, recorded in 6.3% of tests, followed by suspension (4.5%).
Does the 2022 Zs Trophy Connect Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 9.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,502 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.