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MM52 FBA

2003 MG Z

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,288 mi
Last recorded79,288 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 MG Z43,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM52 FBA
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 79,288 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 79,158 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 68,632 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 59,729 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 44,338 miles

How Reliable is the MG Z?

Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
7,842
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Stop lamp not working 18
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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MM52 FBA is a 2003 MG Z in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 43,751 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MM52 FBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Z typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MM52 FBA registered?

MM52 FBA is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is MM52 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM52 FBA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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