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BG03 HTE

2003 MG Zt

Red Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,256 mi
Last recorded105,256 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 HTE
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 105,256 miles

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

Nearside front bumper damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jun 2013 105,246 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside front bumper damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2011 90,061 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 90,061 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake warning light on

Pass 4 Jun 2010 73,906 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

handbrake travel

nearside front abs lead worn

Pass 29 May 2009 63,103 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 63,103 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 41,781 miles

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

emissions high

n/s headlight aim low

o/s headlight aim high

Pass 24 Mar 2006 19,938 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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BG03 HTE is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG03 HTE, 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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What year was BG03 HTE registered?

BG03 HTE is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is BG03 HTE safe to buy?

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