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AF53 UWX

2003 MG ZS

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,856 mi
Last recorded151,856 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UWX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 151,856 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Feb 2017 138,414 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 138,278 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 128,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 118,700 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 109,870 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 100,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 91,481 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 82,610 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 73,187 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 64,883 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 64,883 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 54,098 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 41,857 miles

nsr tyre 3mm

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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AF53 UWX is a 2003 MG ZS in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 UWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 UWX?

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What year was AF53 UWX registered?

AF53 UWX is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 UWX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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