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WG53 FVU

2003 MG Zt

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,282 mi
Last recorded52,282 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 FVU
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 52,282 miles

tyres cracking in tread

Pass 22 Apr 2016 50,049 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,650 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 45,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 42,603 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 38,417 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 35,211 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 32,140 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 32,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,131 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,057 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 21,208 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 15,646 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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WG53 FVU is a 2003 MG Zt in Blue with a 2,497cc 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 WG53 FVU, 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 WG53 FVU registered?

WG53 FVU is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is WG53 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG53 FVU 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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