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DY51 SZT

2001 MG Zt

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,545 mi
Last recorded75,545 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 MG Zt72,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 SZT
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 75,545 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Nov 2012 68,452 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 68,452 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,572 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,145 miles

ALL SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

N/S/STEERING RACK IS DAMP

SLIGHT PLAY IN THE TOP OF THE STEERING COLUMN

THE N/S/R AND O/S/R BRAKE PIPES AT SIDE OF FUEL TANK ARE DAMP (GREASE)???

THE REAR EXHAUST IS CORRODED

Fail 3 Sep 2010 51,145 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

ALL SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS ARE CORRODED

N/S/STEERING RACK IS DAMP

SLIGHT PLAY IN THE TOP OF THE STEERING COLUMN

THE N/S/R AND O/S/R BRAKE PIPES AT SIDE OF FUEL TANK ARE DAMP (GREASE)???

THE REAR EXHAUST IS CORRODED

Pass 14 Aug 2009 48,359 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 44,037 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 39,282 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 39,281 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 39,282 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

brake sensor light iluminated rear exhaust showing corrosion

Pass 15 Sep 2006 27,204 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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DY51 SZT is a 2001 MG Zt in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 72,799 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 DY51 SZT, 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 25 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY51 SZT?

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What year was DY51 SZT registered?

DY51 SZT is a 2001 MG Zt, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is DY51 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 SZT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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