2003 MG ZS 2.5L Petrol · GY03 ETV
2003 MG ZS (2.5L, petrol). First registered 21 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 91,741 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MG ZS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,741 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GY03 ETV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 91,741 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GY03 ETV 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 (GY03 ETV) between March 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% While pedal held static (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
GY03 ETV Mileage History
- 11/03/202483,567 mi
- 14/03/202483,567 mi
- 04/03/202584,755 mi+1,188 mi
- 11/08/202584,829 mi+74 mi
- 21/08/202691,741 mi+6,912 mi
Average of roughly 3,343 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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