2003 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · BL53 HWE
2003 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2003. Recorded mileage 133,928 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/04/2015
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,928 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1951cc
BL53 HWE Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2014
- 133,928 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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BL53 HWE Mileage History
- 17/07/200767,327 mi
- 21/07/200890,191 mi+22,864 mi
- 12/04/2010102,287 mi+12,096 mi
- 02/08/2011115,305 mi+13,018 mi
- 02/08/2011115,305 mi
- 05/10/2012133,885 mi+18,580 mi
- 04/04/2014133,923 mi+38 mi
- 09/04/2014133,928 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 9,897 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
BL53 HWE MOT History
Common Problems: MG ZT
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ECU Flooding (Blocked Drains)(Serious)
The plenum chamber drains block with leaves, causing water to rise and submerge the engine ECU.
- Front Coil Spring Breakage(Moderate)
The front coil springs are prone to snapping due to fierce corrosion, particularly on UK roads with salt and potholes. This is a common MOT failure.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (1.8 Petrol)(Serious)
The 1.8 K-Series petrol engine is prone to head gasket failure if the cooling system is neglected. Symptoms include overheating and oil/coolant mixing.
- Brake Pipe Corrosion(Serious)
The brake pipes can corrode, particularly in areas where road salt is used. This is a serious safety concern and a common MOT failure point.
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