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BU03 CGX

2003 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,656 mi
Last recorded94,656 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 CGX
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 94,656 miles

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

under body corrosion

Pass 2 Sep 2017 80,044 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 67,593 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 67,579 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 66,819 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 66,700 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 66,700 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 65,183 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 56,742 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

small cut in side wall n/s front

Pass 28 Apr 2009 49,607 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 49,607 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 47,822 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 47,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2007 47,381 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2006 46,935 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 46,125 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BU03 CGX is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BU03 CGX, 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 BU03 CGX?

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What year was BU03 CGX registered?

BU03 CGX is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is BU03 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 CGX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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