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BX53 UVE

2003 MG Zt

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,527 mi
Last recorded114,527 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 UVE
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2013 114,527 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 114,527 miles

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 Mar 2012 111,186 miles

***** advise veicle showing signs of overheating at standstill - unable to hear raditor fan operating - will cause other engine failures if not investigated *****

Airbag warning lamp on dash illuminated - New failure item as of april 2012

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

back box tailpipes held up by chain

front brake pads appear to be starting to wear low

rear pads appear to be wearing low

spare tyre depth appears very low

Fail 13 Mar 2012 111,186 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

***** advise veicle showing signs of overheating at standstill - unable to hear raditor fan operating - will cause other engine failures if not investigated *****

Airbag warning lamp on dash illuminated - New failure item as of april 2012

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

back box tailpipes held up by chain

front brake pads appear to be starting to wear low

rear pads appear to be wearing low

spare tyre depth appears very low

Pass 14 Mar 2011 107,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

airbag warning lamp on dash illuminated

exhaust back box original mounting strap failed - now held up with chain

Fail 8 Mar 2011 107,481 miles

Nearside Outer Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Outer Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

airbag warning lamp on dash illuminated

exhaust back box original mounting strap failed - now held up with chain

Pass 15 Feb 2010 103,878 miles

offside and nearside front brake discs heavily ridged wearing thin

offside and nearside rear brake pads getteing low also discs ridged near limit

rear exhaust box heavily carroded

Pass 6 Jan 2009 97,866 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 88,090 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 66,759 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 66,168 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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BX53 UVE 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 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX53 UVE, 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.

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What year was BX53 UVE registered?

BX53 UVE is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 7 November 2003.

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