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A5 RGF

2001 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,528 mi
Last recorded88,528 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 RGF
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2025 88,528 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 88,110 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 87,750 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 87,472 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 86,685 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

unberbody undersealed

Pass 28 Jun 2019 85,790 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 85,421 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 83,772 miles

front brake discs worn

play in lower engine mount

small lump in n/s/f tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2014 82,908 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 81,388 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 79,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 75,799 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 74,678 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 25 Nov 2008 73,728 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise front brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Jul 2007 71,753 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 70,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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A5 RGF is a 2001 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 72,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 RGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 RGF?

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What year was A5 RGF registered?

A5 RGF is a 2001 MG Zt, first registered on 17 July 2001.

Is A5 RGF safe to buy?

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