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SP53 UBW

2003 MG Z

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,729 mi
Last recorded27,729 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 MG Z43,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 UBW
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,729 miles

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

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 22,262 miles

slight bind from o/s front brake

Pass 12 Jan 2007 15,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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SP53 UBW is a 2003 MG Z in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SP53 UBW, 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.

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What year was SP53 UBW registered?

SP53 UBW is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is SP53 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 UBW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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