2003 MG ZT 1.8L Petrol · SL53 OSM
2003 MG ZT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22/09/2003. Recorded mileage 124,387 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG ZT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/01/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,387 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
SL53 OSM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2024
- 124,387 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
SL53 OSM Mileage History
- 26/01/2022115,978 mi
- 26/01/2023120,463 mi+4,485 mi
- 27/01/2023120,478 mi+15 mi
- 23/01/2024124,370 mi+3,892 mi
- 26/01/2024124,387 mi+17 mi
Average of roughly 4,205 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL53 OSM 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 (SL53 OSM) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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