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DX53 HZL

2003 MG ZS

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,648 mi
Last recorded47,648 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 HZL
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 47,648 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 40,274 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 37,673 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 25,564 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 15,423 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 10,555 miles

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

all four tyres slightly out of shape....

Pass 14 Jan 2008 10,555 miles

all four tyres slightly out of shape....

Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,541 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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DX53 HZL is a 2003 MG ZS in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DX53 HZL, 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 DX53 HZL?

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What year was DX53 HZL registered?

DX53 HZL is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is DX53 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 HZL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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