2003 MG ZT 2.5L Petrol · BU03 AFF
2003 MG ZT (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2003. Recorded mileage 70,198 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/09/2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (08/09/2020)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,198 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2497cc
BU03 AFF Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2018
- 70,198 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (21 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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Known faults for MG MG ZT / ZT-T
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BU03 AFF Mileage History
- 22/02/20069,230 mi
- 22/03/200712,309 mi+3,079 mi
- 13/03/200815,253 mi+2,944 mi
- 23/02/200918,820 mi+3,567 mi
- 18/03/201024,029 mi+5,209 mi
- 18/03/201024,029 mi
- 20/03/201126,059 mi+2,030 mi
- 24/03/201126,101 mi+42 mi
- 16/03/201228,254 mi+2,153 mi
- 16/03/201228,254 mi
- 18/03/201333,247 mi+4,993 mi
- 14/03/201438,203 mi+4,956 mi
- 17/03/201438,216 mi+13 mi
- 12/03/201541,860 mi+3,644 mi
- 12/03/201541,860 mi
- 14/03/201646,798 mi+4,938 mi
- 15/03/201646,798 mi
- 01/03/201758,819 mi+12,021 mi
- 01/03/201758,819 mi
- 08/09/201870,198 mi+11,379 mi
Average of roughly 4,861 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
BU03 AFF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zt (BU03 AFF) between February 2006 and September 2018.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 08 September 2018 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)”; “Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”.
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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