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BJ03 CWG

2003 MG Zt

Green Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

120,628 mi
Last recorded120,628 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 CWG
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 120,628 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 112,275 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 112,270 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall and also bald on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 107,829 miles

Small stone chip in front windscreen.

o\s\f tyre worn on inner edge.

self levelling linkage at o\s\r snapped.

Fail 7 Aug 2015 107,779 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Small stone chip in front windscreen.

o\s\f tyre worn on inner edge.

self levelling linkage at o\s\r snapped.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 100,253 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 94,174 miles

(1.9.2a)The nearside front electrical wiring below the passengers seat has been incorrectly routed (trapped)between the seat mechanism,not liely to short or cause damage in that area,but requires expert repair service

(2.3.6)The power steering drive system belt(s) are deteriorating

(2.4A.3)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4A.3)The offside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(3.6B.2c)As far as can be seen ALL brake pipes have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 25%,indicating that service is required

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating

(8.1.2b)The offside door mirror does not adjust by remote in all directions but does provide adequate view to the rear

(8.3.1d)The windscreen swept area has damage present less than 040mm diameter

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 27 Jun 2013 94,174 miles

(1.9.2a)The nearside front electrical wiring below the passengers seat has been incorrectly routed (trapped)between the seat mechanism,not liely to short or cause damage in that area,but requires expert repair service

(2.3.6)The power steering drive system belt(s) are deteriorating

(2.4A.3)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4A.3)The offside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(3.6B.2c)As far as can be seen ALL brake pipes have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 25%,indicating that service is required

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating

(8.1.2b)The offside door mirror does not adjust by remote in all directions but does provide adequate view to the rear

(8.3.1d)The windscreen swept area has damage present less than 040mm diameter

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 13 Jun 2013 94,056 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

(1.9.2a)The nearside front electrical wiring below the passengers seat has been incorrectly routed (trapped)between the seat mechanism,not liely to short or cause damage in that area,but requires expert repair service

(2.3.6)The power steering drive system belt(s) are deteriorating

(2.4A.3)The nearside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4A.3)The offside rear suspension prescribed area has surface corrosion present,which has not yet reached thepoint of test failure at the time of examination

(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension coil spring has corrosion present

(3.6B.2c)As far as can be seen ALL brake pipes have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating

(8.1.2b)The offside door mirror does not adjust by remote in all directions but does provide adequate view to the rear

(8.3.1d)The windscreen swept area has damage present less than 040mm diameter

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 18 Jun 2012 89,986 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2012 89,934 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 81,486 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 81,484 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 May 2010 67,416 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 May 2009 54,830 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 51,038 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 45,809 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 45,581 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 41,142 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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BJ03 CWG is a 2003 MG Zt in Green with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BJ03 CWG, 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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BJ03 CWG is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 7 July 2003.

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