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MG ZS

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LL52 ETEMOT history

LL52 ETE is a grey petrol MG ZS first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 155,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2026
Mileage
155,977 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 ETE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZS
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 ETE was last recorded at 155,977 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,972 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,977 miles
  • 2023 – 152,594 miles
  • 2022 – 145,147 miles
  • 2020 – 141,679 miles
  • 2019 – 139,306 miles
  • 2018 – 137,017 miles
  • 2017 – 130,414 miles
  • 2016 – 130,077 miles
  • 2015 – 125,711 miles
  • 2014 – 122,043 miles
  • 2013 – 112,708 miles
  • 2011 – 108,410 miles
  • 2009 – 96,682 miles
  • 2008 – 73,935 miles
  • 2007 – 61,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,977 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe end (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,977 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    155,977 miles
    Test number
    680198161503
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  2. Fail155,972 miles (+3,378)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,972 miles
    Test number
    997368844576
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  3. Pass152,594 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    152,594 miles
    Test number
    151478393762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,586 miles (+27)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,586 miles
    Test number
    815189627595
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail152,559 miles (+7,412)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,559 miles
    Test number
    305361366746
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills/floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,147 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,147 miles
    Test number
    659543133106
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point sills inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,144 miles (+3,465)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,144 miles
    Test number
    848414616857
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point sills inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,679 miles (+2,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,679 miles
    Test number
    122135983518
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front jacking points slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear trailing arm bushes worn

  9. Pass139,306 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    139,306 miles
    Test number
    879163693521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,017 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    137,017 miles
    Test number
    168884858534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,596 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    133,596 miles
    Test number
    854070640790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,414 miles
    Test number
    848829860681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,414 miles (+337)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,414 miles
    Test number
    489941475720
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail130,077 miles (+4,366)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,077 miles
    Test number
    345154055024
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion both side under vehicle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light is on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear wheels binding

  15. Pass125,711 miles (+3,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    125,711 miles
    Test number
    282597564275
    • AdvisoryEml light staying on

  16. Pass122,043 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    122,043 miles
    Test number
    167420854331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    117,236 miles
    Test number
    697046804062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,236 miles (+4,528)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,236 miles
    Test number
    298536004016
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass112,708 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    149953703470
    • NoteTopped up oil

  20. Fail112,708 miles (+4,298)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    469043103039
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteTopped up oil

  21. Pass108,410 miles (+4,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,410 miles
    Test number
    338747441324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass103,488 miles (+6,806)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,488 miles
    Test number
    235844801065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    522561049325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,682 miles (+9,000)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    144161249350
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass87,682 miles (+13,747)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    87,682 miles
    Test number
    951086209044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,935 miles (+12,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,935 miles
    Test number
    672197808026
    • AdvisoryNearside Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass61,515 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    571389607026
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL52 ETE

Does LL52 ETE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 ETE is valid until 23 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL52 ETE?
The MOT on LL52 ETE is valid until 23 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 ETE done?
LL52 ETE was recorded at 155,977 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 5,005 miles a year.
Has LL52 ETE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 ETE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LL52 ETE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL52 ETE find?
LL52 ETE passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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