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SM03 XSW

2003 MG Zt

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,084 mi
Last recorded63,084 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 XSW
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 63,084 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 61,108 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 61,108 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 58,411 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 53,923 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 49,022 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 43,876 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,099 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 34,122 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 30,069 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 30,069 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 24 May 2007 25,268 miles

screw in o/s/r tyre & staple in n/s/r tyre.

Pass 20 Jun 2006 20,399 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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SM03 XSW is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SM03 XSW, 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 SM03 XSW registered?

SM03 XSW is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is SM03 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 XSW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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