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BX53 UXK

2003 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

172,597 mi
Last recorded172,597 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 UXK
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 172,597 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 172,563 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 167,831 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 156,676 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 156,676 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 147,743 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 147,743 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 137,249 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 131,780 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 124,189 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 115,623 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 106,718 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 106,718 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 97,665 miles

front discs heavily worn and corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

oil leak from gear box

rear discs heavily corroded poor condition

Fail 1 Jul 2014 97,665 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front discs heavily worn and corroded

front to rear brake pipes corroded

oil leak from gear box

rear discs heavily corroded poor condition

Fail 28 Dec 2012 87,233 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

emissions trigger point not met

front brake pads & discs wearing low

Pass 28 Dec 2012 87,233 miles

emissions trigger point not met

front brake pads & discs wearing low

Pass 15 Jul 2011 87,137 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 68,906 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 67,446 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake pad warning light staying on

deterioration to rear number plate

minimum reserve travel on handbrake lever

Fail 17 Jul 2009 67,446 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake pad warning light staying on

deterioration to rear number plate

minimum reserve travel on handbrake lever

Pass 8 Nov 2006 57,769 miles

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

brake pad warning light staying on

Fail 8 Nov 2006 57,769 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

brake pad warning light staying on

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 UXK is a 2003 MG Zt in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 UXK, 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 BX53 UXK registered?

BX53 UXK is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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