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BN53 BJZ

2003 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,431 mi
Last recorded69,431 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 BJZ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 69,431 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Both Side (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Both Side (2.4.G.2)

Brake Pipe Are Corroded

Exhaust System Is Corroded

Front Both Side Wishbone Bushes Are Deteriorated

Rear Disc Slightly Corroded

Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable Front Both Side (2.2.C.1d)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 26 Sep 2016 66,916 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 64,559 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 60,957 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 55,178 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 49,932 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 43,996 miles

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

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

nsr tyre slighty feathered

Fail 22 Sep 2011 43,832 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

nsr tyre slighty feathered

Pass 21 Sep 2010 999,999 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009
Pass 18 Sep 2008
Pass 21 Sep 2007 26,085 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 26,082 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n earside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,618 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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BN53 BJZ is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BN53 BJZ, 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 BN53 BJZ registered?

BN53 BJZ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 BJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 BJZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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