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SO53 CZD

2003 MG Zt

Red Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

139,077 mi
Last recorded139,077 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 CZD
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 139,077 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 26 Nov 2014 139,077 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Nov 2013 132,462 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 118,958 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 111,090 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 111,090 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 99,662 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 99,662 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2009 80,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 80,666 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 65,442 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 50,875 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 50,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 33,338 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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SO53 CZD is a 2003 MG Zt in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO53 CZD, 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 SO53 CZD registered?

SO53 CZD is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is SO53 CZD safe to buy?

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