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LX53 YWF

2003 MG Zt-t

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

191,044 mi
Last recorded191,044 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Zt-t87,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 YWF
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2022 191,044 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 188,447 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded not excessive (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 180,581 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 180,438 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 168,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 158,592 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 158,520 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/18 95w (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front tyre on outer edge

Pass 22 Jun 2016 147,698 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 147,698 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 138,501 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 138,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 126,985 miles

all(225/45/zr18 95y)tyres wearing low

Pass 21 Jun 2013 116,019 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 115,749 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 105,540 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 95,325 miles

advise front brake pads appear to be getting low.

advise rear brake discs pitted and worn on outer edges.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 88,160 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 88,160 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 78,665 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 78,665 miles

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 68,980 miles

engine splash cover insecure

parking brake lever travel nearing limit allowed

Fail 15 Aug 2007 60,774 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 60,774 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 52,354 miles

hand brake travel could be less

How Reliable is the MG Zt-t?

Based on 82,870 MOT tests across 5,411 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,534
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
5,411
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,008
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,456
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,949
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 1,471
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,422
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LX53 YWF is a 2003 MG Zt-t in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 MG Zt-t models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 87,190 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-t fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,008 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX53 YWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt-t typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Zt-t is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX53 YWF registered?

LX53 YWF is a 2003 MG Zt-t, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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