2003 MG ZT 2.0L Diesel · XIL 6233
2003 MG ZT (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/07/2003. Recorded mileage 174,541 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/08/2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18/02/2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,541 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
XIL 6233 Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2019
- 174,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (35 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.
XIL 6233 Mileage History
- 11/09/200644,552 mi
- 08/09/200757,346 mi+12,794 mi
- 09/09/200876,130 mi+18,784 mi
- 28/08/200988,343 mi+12,213 mi
- 28/08/200988,343 mi
- 07/08/201099,842 mi+11,499 mi
- 07/08/201099,842 mi
- 13/08/2011112,578 mi+12,736 mi
- 15/08/2011112,578 mi
- 10/09/2012124,768 mi+12,190 mi
- 10/09/2012124,768 mi
- 15/08/2013134,543 mi+9,775 mi
- 01/08/2014146,576 mi+12,033 mi
- 02/08/2014146,576 mi
- 22/07/2015156,061 mi+9,485 mi
- 06/08/2015156,167 mi+106 mi
- 30/07/2016161,803 mi+5,636 mi
- 30/07/2016161,803 mi
- 19/07/2017165,754 mi+3,951 mi
- 25/07/2017165,754 mi
- 07/08/2018170,960 mi+5,206 mi
- 09/08/2018170,960 mi
- 03/08/2019174,541 mi+3,581 mi
- 07/08/2019174,541 mi
Average of roughly 10,074 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
XIL 6233 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zt (XIL 6233) between September 2006 and August 2019.
The record contains 14 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (35 issues), Lighting (21 issues), Suspension (17 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Windscreen (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 59 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: “Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”.
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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