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BG53 WMV

2003 MG Zt

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,767 mi
Last recorded14,767 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 WMV
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 14,767 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 14,764 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 14,761 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 14,761 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 14,759 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 14,759 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 14,757 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 14,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 May 2019 14,754 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 14,747 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 14,612 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 13,113 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 12,256 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 11,785 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 11,661 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 11,661 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 10,942 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 10,063 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 9,227 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 8,450 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 7,303 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 5,057 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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BG53 WMV is a 2003 MG Zt in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG53 WMV, 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 BG53 WMV registered?

BG53 WMV is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 WMV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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