MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,701 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the MG Z?
Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SM53 KHE is a 2003 MG Z in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SM53 KHE, 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
How do I check the history of SM53 KHE?
You can check the full history of SM53 KHE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SM53 KHE registered?
SM53 KHE is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 27 October 2003.
Is SM53 KHE safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM53 KHE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SM53 KHE have outstanding finance?
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