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SB03 SXE

2003 MG Z

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,288 mi
Last recorded48,288 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 MG Z43,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 SXE
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2009 48,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 41,125 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 37,649 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 30,925 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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SB03 SXE is a 2003 MG Z in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 SB03 SXE, 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 SB03 SXE registered?

SB03 SXE is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SB03 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB03 SXE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB03 SXE have outstanding finance?

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