2003 MG ZS 1.8L Petrol · CK53 BJE
2003 MG ZS (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 34,966 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,966 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CK53 BJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
- 34,966 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CK53 BJE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zs (CK53 BJE) between October 2021 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
CK53 BJE Mileage History
- 26/10/202134,277 mi
- 30/01/202334,359 mi+82 mi
- 22/01/202434,929 mi+570 mi
- 20/08/202534,959 mi+30 mi
- 08/09/202534,966 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 178 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MG ZS (Classic)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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The Variable Intake System (VIS) motors on the 2.5 V6 fail, leaving the butterfly valves stuck in one position.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.6/1.8 Petrol)Serious
The 1.6 and 1.8 K-Series petrol engines are prone to head gasket failure, especially if the cooling system has been neglected. Blown head gaskets are a well-known fault on this platform.
- Front Suspension Bush WearModerate
The front suspension bushes wear prematurely, leading to vague steering, knocking noises over bumps, and uneven tyre wear. This is a common MOT failure point.
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