2003 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · EG03 WUC
2003 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 125,379 miles. MOT expired on 25 May 2017.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 May 2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 May 2016)
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,379 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EG03 WUC Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2016
- 125,379 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
EG03 WUC Mileage History
- 05/07/200635,509 mi
- 07/07/200749,852 mi+14,343 mi
- 05/07/200862,815 mi+12,963 mi
- 18/07/200977,466 mi+14,651 mi
- 07/04/201085,977 mi+8,511 mi
- 07/04/201085,977 mi
- 29/03/201192,803 mi+6,826 mi
- 17/03/2012100,934 mi+8,131 mi
- 21/03/2012101,054 mi+120 mi
- 16/04/2013110,017 mi+8,963 mi
- 03/05/2014114,725 mi+4,708 mi
- 14/05/2014114,727 mi+2 mi
- 12/05/2015120,169 mi+5,442 mi
- 20/05/2015120,171 mi+2 mi
- 25/05/2016125,378 mi+5,207 mi
- 26/05/2016125,379 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 9,085 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
EG03 WUC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zt (EG03 WUC) between July 2006 and May 2016.
The record contains 11 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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 Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents t”; “Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”.
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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- ECU Flooding (Blocked Drains)Serious
The plenum chamber drains block with leaves, causing water to rise and submerge the engine ECU.
- Front Coil Spring BreakageModerate
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.
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