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BU53 RKJ

2003 MG ZS

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,734 mi
Last recorded95,734 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 RKJ
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 95,734 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2016 95,692 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 90,706 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 85,918 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre age cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2013 77,497 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 66,745 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 56,819 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 46,634 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 39,683 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 33,152 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 29,694 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 24,493 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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BU53 RKJ is a 2003 MG ZS in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BU53 RKJ, 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 BU53 RKJ registered?

BU53 RKJ is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is BU53 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 RKJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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