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CV53 YXO

2003 MG Zt

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

185,872 mi
Last recorded185,872 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 YXO
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2012 185,872 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 185,817 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2011 166,192 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 166,192 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 156,153 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)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 147,345 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 140,984 miles

Clutch pedal anti-slip pad worn

Slight damage on offside outer sill

Fail 20 Oct 2008 140,984 miles

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

Clutch pedal anti-slip pad worn

Slight damage on offside outer sill

Pass 12 Oct 2007 129,935 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 129,935 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 113,177 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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CV53 YXO is a 2003 MG Zt in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel 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 CV53 YXO, 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 CV53 YXO registered?

CV53 YXO is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is CV53 YXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 YXO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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