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SY03 XYW

2003 MG Z

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,660 mi
Last recorded49,660 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 2003 MG Z43,751 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 XYW
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 49,660 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front shocker is longer than off side

Fail 9 Jun 2008 49,660 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front shocker is longer than off side

Pass 22 Jun 2007 44,465 miles

OSF TYRE SLIGHT CUT ON INNRE SIDE WALL

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 36,521 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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SY03 XYW is a 2003 MG Z in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY03 XYW, 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 SY03 XYW registered?

SY03 XYW is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is SY03 XYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY03 XYW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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