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MG ZT

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,951 cc

K44 TXUMOT history

K44 TXU is a blue diesel MG ZT first used on 2 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 267,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

K44 TXU blue MG Zt – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MG Zt, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2025
Mileage
267,538 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
11,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K44 TXU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZT
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K44 TXU was last recorded at 267,538 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 12,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jul 2013: 120,191 miles, lower than 123,018 miles on 10 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
255,511 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
12,027 miles
Average per year
11,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 267,538 miles
  • 2023 – 255,511 miles
  • 2022 – 241,924 miles
  • 2021 – 227,391 miles
  • 2020 – 214,993 miles
  • 2019 – 207,428 miles
  • 2018 – 193,712 miles
  • 2017 – 180,440 miles
  • 2016 – 160,282 miles
  • 2015 – 149,011 miles
  • 2014 – 133,695 miles
  • 2013 – 120,191 miles
  • 2012 – 115,655 miles
  • 2011 – 110,505 miles
  • 2010 – 102,559 miles
  • 2007 – 76,511 miles
  • 2006 – 63,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,538 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively and insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    267,538 miles
    Test number
    781313302273
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail267,538 miles (+12,027)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,538 miles
    Test number
    708531244394
    • Repaired at testFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass255,511 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    255,511 miles
    Test number
    121699219374
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main pipes at front subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail255,507 miles (+13,583)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,507 miles
    Test number
    278436426916
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main pipes at front subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass241,924 miles (+14,533)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    241,924 miles
    Test number
    256128844170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass227,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    227,391 miles
    Test number
    448980883701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail227,391 miles (+12,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,391 miles
    Test number
    591476273783
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass214,993 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    214,993 miles
    Test number
    466365238250
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail214,980 miles (+7,552)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,980 miles
    Test number
    490750892037
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass207,428 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    207,428 miles
    Test number
    174932476995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively and insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoost control solonoid insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arch liners insecure

  11. Fail207,422 miles (+13,710)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,422 miles
    Test number
    732568628108
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear, also insecure (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear, also insecure (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively and insecure (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoost control solonoid insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arch liners insecure

  12. Pass193,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    193,712 miles
    Test number
    278392135082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail193,712 miles (+13,272)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,712 miles
    Test number
    967096286313
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel stud missig (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass180,440 miles (+20,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    180,440 miles
    Test number
    529883498932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass160,282 miles (+11,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    160,282 miles
    Test number
    597070959548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass149,011 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,011 miles
    Test number
    537018695161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail149,011 miles (+492)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,011 miles
    Test number
    296668795190
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail148,519 miles (+14,824)11 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,519 miles
    Test number
    398707675152
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear exhaust hitting bumper

  19. Pass133,695 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    133,695 miles
    Test number
    476450674115
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail133,695 miles (+13,504)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,695 miles
    Test number
    696040474149
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass120,191 miles (-2,827)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,191 miles
    Test number
    267822493140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail123,018 miles (+7,363)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,018 miles
    Test number
    326221393160
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass115,655 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    115,655 miles
    Test number
    847426562149
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteTow bar socket not working (not 13 pin)

  24. Fail115,654 miles (+5,149)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,654 miles
    Test number
    289546362483
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteTow bar socket not working (not 13 pin)

  25. Pass110,505 miles (+7,946)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,505 miles
    Test number
    917347751105
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteMain brake pipes greased

  26. Pass102,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    820962080119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail102,559 miles (+26,048)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    453801280111
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass76,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    541992987004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail76,511 miles (+12,736)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    620011077039
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

  30. Pass63,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    63,775 miles
    Test number
    674577716215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K44 TXU

Does K44 TXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K44 TXU expired on 9 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K44 TXU?
The MOT on K44 TXU expired on 9 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K44 TXU done?
K44 TXU was recorded at 267,538 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 11,259 miles a year.
Has K44 TXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K44 TXU has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K44 TXU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K44 TXU find?
K44 TXU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides on outer sills.

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