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SM53 YAY

2003 MG Zt-t

Green Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,732 mi
Last recorded105,732 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt-t87,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 YAY
MakeMG
ModelZt-t
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2013 105,732 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 93,582 miles

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

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 85,401 miles

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

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

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

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 27 Nov 2009 77,294 miles

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

LIGHT WARNING LIGHT ON DASH BUT LIGHTS WORKING OK.

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 67,988 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN AT EDGES,225/45ZR18

ADVISE NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN AT EDGE,225/45ZR18

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

Fail 19 Dec 2008 67,972 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN AT EDGES,225/45ZR18

ADVISE NEARSIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN AT EDGE,225/45ZR18

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 59,014 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 44,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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SM53 YAY is a 2003 MG Zt-t in Green with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SM53 YAY, 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 SM53 YAY registered?

SM53 YAY is a 2003 MG Zt-t, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is SM53 YAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 YAY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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