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BN53 LWY

2003 MG Zt

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,848 mi
Last recorded71,848 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 LWY
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 71,848 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 71,087 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 70,344 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 69,136 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 66,287 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 63,681 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 60,445 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,439 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 55,022 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 49,564 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 46,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 46,577 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 44,401 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 41,620 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 37,897 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 32,211 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Apr 2006 26,455 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 LWY is a 2003 MG Zt in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LWY, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 LWY?

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What year was BN53 LWY registered?

BN53 LWY is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is BN53 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 LWY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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