MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 184 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
184
Avg Mileage
21,656 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.
At 2 years old, 92% of MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTOs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 184 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,656 miles.
How does the 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO has 21,656 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2022 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO 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 T-GDI AUTO by Year
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About the 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO
The 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 184 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 21,656 miles at 2 years old, MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO Reliability Trend
The MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (+2%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (+2%) from 28,824 tests