2003 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · GP53 RZX
2003 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2003. Recorded mileage 123,773 miles. MOT valid until 10/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,773 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GP53 RZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 123,773 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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GP53 RZX Mileage History
- 16/11/202195,247 mi
- 21/11/2022105,509 mi+10,262 mi
- 13/11/2023113,839 mi+8,330 mi
- 18/11/2024120,445 mi+6,606 mi
- 11/12/2025123,773 mi+3,328 mi
Average of roughly 7,013 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GP53 RZX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mg Zt (GP53 RZX) between November 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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