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BX53 UMU

2003 MG Zt-t

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,249 mi
Last recorded54,249 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zt-t87,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 UMU
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 54,249 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 54,230 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 54,207 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 54,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 54,167 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 54,145 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 54,120 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 54,096 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 54,079 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 54,061 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 54,041 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 53,851 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 53,303 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 51,625 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 48,774 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 48,774 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,752 miles

rear dics worn

Pass 7 Aug 2009 41,597 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 37,116 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 28,358 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,218 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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BX53 UMU is a 2003 MG Zt-t in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 87,190 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zt-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX53 UMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt-t typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt-t is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX53 UMU registered?

BX53 UMU is a 2003 MG Zt-t, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BX53 UMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 UMU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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