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BG53 TEY

2003 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,487 mi
Last recorded61,487 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TEY
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 61,487 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f and n/s/f floor areas have very light surface rust.

Pass 13 Oct 2015 53,692 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2014 47,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front floor has slight surface corrosion

nearside rear tyre slightly feathered on inside edge

offside front floor has slight surface corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2014 47,924 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front floor has slight surface corrosion

nearside rear tyre slightly feathered on inside edge

offside front floor has slight surface corrosion

Fail 5 Oct 2013 41,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front floor pans corroded.

Pass 5 Oct 2013 41,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front floor pans corroded.

Pass 29 Sep 2012 33,418 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 25,951 miles

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

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

s/corosion to under body /exhaust

Pass 26 Jul 2010 22,600 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 18,058 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,922 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 4,037 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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BG53 TEY is a 2003 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG53 TEY, 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 BG53 TEY registered?

BG53 TEY is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is BG53 TEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 TEY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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