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BD53 VYV

2003 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,961 mi
Last recorded88,961 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 VYV
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 88,961 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2015 88,961 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 87,362 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 81,946 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 70,982 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nearside front tyre cracked in sidewall but not showing ply or cords

Fail 4 Jan 2012 70,967 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nearside front tyre cracked in sidewall but not showing ply or cords

Pass 10 Jan 2011 63,174 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 63,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 53,722 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 43,102 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 32,765 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 20,913 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 20,607 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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BD53 VYV is a 2003 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD53 VYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 VYV registered?

BD53 VYV is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BD53 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 VYV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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