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BN53 YZY

2003 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,299 mi
Last recorded97,299 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 YZY
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 97,299 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front exhaust heat shield loose

offside/nearside rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2014 91,990 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 86,610 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 83,600 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 83,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 78,857 miles

Front metal brake pipes in poor condition

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 13 Apr 2010 70,197 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 61,109 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 53,069 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 44,713 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,387 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 YZY is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YZY, 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

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What year was BN53 YZY registered?

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

Is BN53 YZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 YZY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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