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DE03 JXD

2003 MG Zt

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,005 mi
Last recorded49,005 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 JXD
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 49,005 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 44,398 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 41,068 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 37,798 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2013 37,798 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 35,083 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,627 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 31,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 May 2010 28,562 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 25,627 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 25,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 21,973 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 21,973 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2007 17,369 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2006 13,350 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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DE03 JXD is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DE03 JXD, 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 DE03 JXD registered?

DE03 JXD is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is DE03 JXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 JXD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE03 JXD have outstanding finance?

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