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VE52 LWG

2003 MG Zt

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

190,277 mi
Last recorded190,277 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 LWG
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 190,277 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slite leak from power steering system

Pass 9 Dec 2013 181,646 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 172,141 miles

rear brake discs surface rust

Pass 14 Dec 2011 164,401 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 151,545 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 133,069 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 133,069 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 129,062 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2009 129,001 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2009 129,001 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 123,712 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 117,866 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 103,323 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 103,323 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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VE52 LWG is a 2003 MG Zt 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 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 VE52 LWG, 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 VE52 LWG registered?

VE52 LWG is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is VE52 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 LWG 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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