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BL53 GXA

2003 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,426 mi
Last recorded88,426 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 GXA
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 88,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around trailing arm pocket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around trailing arm pocket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Jan 2019 83,615 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Jan 2018 78,950 miles

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 24 Jan 2018 78,950 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Jan 2017 72,190 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 Feb 2016 69,409 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 5 Feb 2015 67,586 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Feb 2014 66,475 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 18 Feb 2013 63,468 miles

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Feb 2012 59,337 miles

unable to fully inspected due to covers and sheilds

Pass 7 Feb 2011 55,450 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 51,789 miles

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 51,789 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 47,645 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 47,645 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,739 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Feb 2008 43,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 37,202 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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BL53 GXA is a 2003 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BL53 GXA, 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 BL53 GXA registered?

BL53 GXA is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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