Mg Zs+: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 6.5% of Mg Zs+ MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2002, 2003 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1,678 | 16.6% |
| 2003 | 2,111 | 15.8% |
| 2004 | 2,765 | 12.1% |
| 2005 | 1,874 | 10.3% |
Methodology & source. 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.