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BG03 ASU

2003 MG Zs+

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,135 mi
Last recorded72,135 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zs+42,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 ASU
MakeMG
ModelZs+
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 72,135 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 67,429 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 62,688 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 62,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 57,874 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,472 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 52,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 46,751 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 46,749 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 40,839 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 40,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 33,478 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,264 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 18,533 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 14,217 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 11,507 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zs+?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,749
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 83
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
Stop lamp not working 49
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
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BG03 ASU is a 2003 MG Zs+ in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 MG Zs+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 42,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Zs+ fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG03 ASU, 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 BG03 ASU registered?

BG03 ASU is a 2003 MG Zs+, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is BG03 ASU safe to buy?

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