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OV03 CSU

2003 MG Zt-t

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,247 mi
Last recorded79,247 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zt-t87,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 CSU
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 79,247 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 79,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 73,265 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding away

Fail 12 Aug 2014 73,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding away

Pass 7 Jun 2013 69,790 miles

rear brake pads low

child seat fitted to offside and nearside rear seats

rear brake discs corroding

Fail 21 May 2013 69,776 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

rear brake discs corroding away

Pass 15 May 2012 66,117 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

rear brake discs corroding away

Pass 18 May 2011 62,174 miles

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seats

Pass 3 Jun 2010 58,705 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear discs have surface rust

rear wiper worn

Pass 17 Apr 2009 55,948 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 54,165 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 54,165 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2007 46,011 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 37,834 miles

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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OV03 CSU is a 2003 MG Zt-t in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OV03 CSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV03 CSU registered?

OV03 CSU is a 2003 MG Zt-t, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is OV03 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 CSU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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