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BD03 SMX

2003 MG ZS

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,553 mi
Last recorded94,553 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 SMX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 94,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general under body wear

Pass 10 Jun 2017 89,103 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 84,491 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 80,835 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,256 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 73,279 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 73,279 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 66,574 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2011 59,292 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 59,292 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,363 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,955 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 34,563 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 26,323 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 18,554 miles

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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BD03 SMX is a 2003 MG ZS in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BD03 SMX, 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

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What year was BD03 SMX registered?

BD03 SMX is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BD03 SMX safe to buy?

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