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AX03 VTC

2003 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,413 mi
Last recorded162,413 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VTC
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 162,413 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 157,943 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 157,943 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 157,824 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Lower Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 142,205 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 140,358 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 140,358 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 140,111 miles

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

back box corroded but not blowing

Pass 12 Jul 2012 138,304 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 129,201 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 118,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 3 Jun 2010 118,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Jul 2009 111,670 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 99,508 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 90,729 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 85,212 miles

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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AX03 VTC is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 72,493 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 AX03 VTC, 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 23 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AX03 VTC is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 3 July 2003.

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