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BL53 HDG

2003 MG ZS

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,556 mi
Last recorded40,556 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 HDG
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 40,556 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 31,811 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 31,811 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 25,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 22,536 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 21,578 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2016 21,578 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 20,617 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 20,027 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 19,311 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 18,712 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 18,218 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 17,661 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 17,231 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 16,757 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 16,101 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 14,651 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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BL53 HDG is a 2003 MG ZS in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BL53 HDG, 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 BL53 HDG registered?

BL53 HDG is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is BL53 HDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 HDG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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