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AU03 RTZ

2003 MG Zt-t

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

44,695 mi
Last recorded44,695 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zt-t87,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 RTZ
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 44,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 43,226 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 34,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 34,690 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 34,253 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 32,977 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 31,718 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 30,587 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 28,935 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 27,526 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 26,687 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 25,897 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 24,760 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 24,760 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 23,605 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 22,125 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,125 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 20,786 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2012 20,785 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 18,857 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,746 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 16,328 miles

rear brakes noisy/squeeky

reverse light inop.

Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,902 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 15,248 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 14,542 miles

o/s/r tyre worn outer edge. †

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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AU03 RTZ is a 2003 MG Zt-t in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 87,190 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU03 RTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt-t typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt-t is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU03 RTZ registered?

AU03 RTZ is a 2003 MG Zt-t, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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The MOT history for AU03 RTZ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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