CarVerify

Free Car Check

YD53 RVJ

2003 MG Zt

Blue Diesel 1951cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,361 mi
Last recorded125,361 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zt72,493 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 RVJ
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 125,361 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 125,361 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 119,030 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 108,523 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 97,134 miles

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

front and rear disc's worn and pitted

Fail 26 Jul 2010 97,127 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

front and rear disc's worn and pitted

Pass 17 Nov 2009 95,027 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2009 95,027 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 89,221 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 80,469 miles

parking brake travel

rear disc pads worn

Fail 30 Nov 2007 80,469 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

parking brake travel

rear disc pads worn

Pass 28 Nov 2006 68,332 miles

parking brake travel boarder line pass

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
Full MG Zt reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YD53 RVJ is a 2003 MG Zt in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YD53 RVJ, 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 YD53 RVJ?

You can check the full history of YD53 RVJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YD53 RVJ registered?

YD53 RVJ is a 2003 MG Zt, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YD53 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD53 RVJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YD53 RVJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YD53 RVJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.