MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO (2023)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
33
Avg Mileage
10,802 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.
At 1 years old, 97% of MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTOs from 2023 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 10,802 miles.
How does the 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO has 10,802 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-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 2023 sits between the two at 97%.
How much does a 2023 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 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO
The 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 33 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2023, the average MOT pass rate is 95%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 10,802 miles at 1 years old, MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2023 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 2023 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 97% 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 2023 MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO
The MG ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI COOPER (2021) 94% pass rate (-3%) from 32,532 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (-3%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2021) 95% pass rate (-2%) from 27,301 tests
- TOYOTA AYGO (2021) 95% pass rate (-2%) from 25,349 tests