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CX03 LBA

2003 MG ZS

Grey Lpg 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,327 mi
Last recorded102,327 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 LBA
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 102,327 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 97,276 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 89,496 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 85,834 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 85,834 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 82,240 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

wiring under bonnet not very tidy

Pass 7 Sep 2012 79,492 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 76,215 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 68,696 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 68,696 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2009 59,973 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2008 47,690 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 39,694 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 39,694 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 12 May 2006 31,248 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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CX03 LBA is a 2003 MG ZS in Grey with a 2,497cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CX03 LBA, 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 CX03 LBA registered?

CX03 LBA is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is CX03 LBA safe to buy?

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