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MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 227 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

94%

Total Tests (2024)

227

Avg Mileage

28,773 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£945

Is the 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.

At 3 years old, 94% of MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EVs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 227 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 28,773 miles.

How does the 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1300th out of 3,373(top 39%)
Rank among all MG models31th out of 155(top 20%)
vs national average+12% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+2% (92% avg)
vs MG average+8% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV has 28,773 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-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 TROPHY CONNECT EV?

The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2022 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2021 sits between the two at 94%.

How much does a 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Electric, 0cc)
£500
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£945
Per month£79/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202396%23418,129 mi
202288%20641,496 mi
202194%22728,773 mi

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About the 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV

The 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 227 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 28,773 miles at 3 years old, MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV owners cover more miles than the average driver.

What does it cost to own a 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT 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 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV Reliability Trend

The MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT EV has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2023 model has the highest pass rate at 96%.

Alternatives to the 2021 MG ZS TROPHY CONNECT 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: