MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 6,984 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests (2024)
6,984
Avg Mileage
24,838 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£945
Is the 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.
At 3 years old, 93% of MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 6,984 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,838 miles.
How does the 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV has 24,838 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV by Year
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About the 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV
The 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 6,984 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 24,838 miles at 3 years old, MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV owners drive about as much as the UK average.
What does it cost to own a 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £945 (£79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV Reliability Trend
The MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. With 6,984 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE EV
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
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- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (-5%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (-6%) from 12,320 tests