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NV03 VPL

2003 MG Zs+

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,401 mi
Last recorded43,401 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 2003 MG Zs+42,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV03 VPL
MakeMG
ModelZs+
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2008 43,401 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 43,401 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 31,595 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 31,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 23,317 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zs+?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 347 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,749
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
347
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 83
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
Stop lamp not working 49
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
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NV03 VPL is a 2003 MG Zs+ in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 MG Zs+ models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 42,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Zs+ fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NV03 VPL, 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 NV03 VPL?

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What year was NV03 VPL registered?

NV03 VPL is a 2003 MG Zs+, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is NV03 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV03 VPL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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