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DS53 OMX

2003 MG ZS

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,281 mi
Last recorded95,281 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 OMX
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 95,281 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 92,815 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 92,815 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 92,043 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 90,319 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 85,736 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 83,879 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 81,461 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 79,406 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 78,370 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 72,834 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 53,316 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 39,655 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside rear tyre slight uneven wear †

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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DS53 OMX is a 2003 MG ZS in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DS53 OMX, 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

How do I check the history of DS53 OMX?

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What year was DS53 OMX registered?

DS53 OMX is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is DS53 OMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 OMX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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