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BN53 YZR

2003 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,091 mi
Last recorded77,091 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 YZR
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 77,091 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 72,386 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 67,252 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 61,490 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 61,490 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 54,572 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front discs worn

Pass 19 Sep 2009 47,925 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 47,925 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 40,736 miles

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 40,736 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 34,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 26,689 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 YZR is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YZR, 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 YZR?

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What year was BN53 YZR registered?

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

Is BN53 YZR safe to buy?

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