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AV53 USN

2003 MG Zt+ Cdti

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,614 mi
Last recorded123,614 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zt+ Cdti97,595 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 USN
MakeMG
ModelZt+ Cdti
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 123,614 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

metal brake pipes to front and rear corroded

nearside front and rear tyres repaired on side walls

nearside front seat belt stiff to release under load

noise from offside front spring when turning steering with wheels on the ground

Fail 13 Apr 2016 123,612 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

metal brake pipes to front and rear corroded

nearside front and rear tyres repaired on side walls

nearside front seat belt stiff to release under load

noise from offside front spring when turning steering with wheels on the ground

Pass 9 Apr 2015 112,545 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 98,636 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 84,890 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 72,040 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 66,454 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 50,515 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 26 Nov 2009 47,984 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 41,865 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 41,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 34,555 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 27,285 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt+ Cdti?

Based on 1,809 MOT tests across 200 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
8,150
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
200
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
Brake pipe excessively corroded 92
Registration plate lamp not working 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Headlamp aim too low 43
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AV53 USN is a 2003 MG Zt+ Cdti in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt+ Cdti models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 97,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt+ Cdti fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 USN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt+ Cdti typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt+ Cdti is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV53 USN registered?

AV53 USN is a 2003 MG Zt+ Cdti, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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