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BX53 WYK

2003 MG ZS

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,589 mi
Last recorded51,589 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 WYK
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 51,589 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 51,589 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 51,160 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired SILL\SUSP\BUSH (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired MID\SILL AS MARKED (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired SILL\SUSP\BUSH (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 46,663 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body work /general corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 39,025 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 39,025 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Bulb discoloured; fitted new. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working New bulb fitted. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 34,085 miles

Underbody undersealed

Fail 30 Oct 2017 34,080 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Underbody undersealed

Fail 11 Oct 2017 33,987 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill / Jacking point area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Under floor close to Anti roll bar mounting bracket (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken Lower coil broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Near side low effort recorded during rise and fall of foot brake application (3.7.B.5b)

Please note that welding repairs to corroded suspension prescribed areas must meet MOT minimum standards

Pass 20 Oct 2016 33,563 miles

Front Both tyres cracking badly

Fail 11 Oct 2016 33,533 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front of wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Front Both tyres cracking badly

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 33,155 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 32,881 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 31,885 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 30,007 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 28,279 miles

left hand front brake disc pitted.

Pass 8 Oct 2010 24,759 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,064 miles

left hand front tyre excessive wear on inside edge

Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,588 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,002 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 13,443 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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BX53 WYK is a 2003 MG ZS in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BX53 WYK, 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.

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BX53 WYK is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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