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VE52 MVZ

2003 MG Zt

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,181 mi
Last recorded122,181 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 MVZ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 122,181 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 114,103 miles

rear silencer box corroded

under body starting to corrode

Pass 7 Oct 2016 109,754 miles

rear silencer box corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2015 108,361 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 108,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 99,602 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated.

Fail 4 Jul 2014 99,598 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear exhaust deteriorated.

Pass 13 Aug 2013 95,837 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 91,106 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 86,989 miles

o/s/r inner tyre wall cut but doesnt reach cords

Pass 4 Aug 2010 82,536 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 82,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 78,287 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 73,680 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 67,566 miles

nearside wiper blade starting to split but clears screen

Pass 8 Aug 2006 63,970 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2006 55,361 miles

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

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

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 MVZ is a 2003 MG Zt in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MVZ, 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

How do I check the history of VE52 MVZ?

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What year was VE52 MVZ registered?

VE52 MVZ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is VE52 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 MVZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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