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FH53 YBJ

2003 MG Zt

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,129 mi
Last recorded102,129 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 YBJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 102,129 miles

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

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

NSF tyre bold on edges and cuts to sidewall.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2013 102,129 miles

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

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

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

NSF tyre bold on edges and cuts to sidewall.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 90,848 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 83,982 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 75,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,832 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 59,662 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 50,606 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES ON 1.6mm LIMIT †N/S/F TYRE ON 2mm †O/S/F TYRE ON 3mm

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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FH53 YBJ is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FH53 YBJ, 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 FH53 YBJ registered?

FH53 YBJ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is FH53 YBJ safe to buy?

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