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MG ZS TROPHY EV (2023)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 429 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

429

Avg Mileage

27,187 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£945

Is the 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MG brand average of 86%.

At 1 years old, 95% of MG ZS TROPHY EVs from 2023 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 429 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,187 miles.

How does the 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV compare?

Rank among all 2023 cars90th out of 165(top 55%)
Rank among all MG models19th out of 155(top 12%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2023 cars average+0% (95% avg)
vs MG average+9% (86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV has 27,187 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

How much does a 2023 MG ZS TROPHY 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 EV by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202395%42927,187 mi
202294%60238,042 mi
202190%20029,260 mi

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About the 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV

The 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 429 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2023, the average MOT pass rate is 95%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 27,187 miles at 1 years old, MG ZS TROPHY EV owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

What does it cost to own a 2023 MG ZS TROPHY 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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

MG ZS TROPHY EV Reliability Trend

Newer MG ZS TROPHY EVs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

Alternatives to the 2023 MG ZS TROPHY EV

The MG ZS TROPHY EV is actually the most reliable option among similar electric electrics from this era. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines: