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MG ZT

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

L13 BTSMOT history

L13 BTS is a red petrol MG ZT first used on 21 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L13 BTS red MG Zt – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a MG Zt, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
99,886 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 BTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZT
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 BTS was last recorded at 99,886 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,886 miles · 13 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,886 miles
  • 2019 – 97,987 miles
  • 2018 – 95,292 miles
  • 2016 – 89,709 miles
  • 2015 – 86,598 miles
  • 2014 – 82,895 miles
  • 2013 – 78,987 miles
  • 2012 – 73,387 miles
  • 2011 – 69,320 miles
  • 2010 – 64,650 miles
  • 2009 – 60,231 miles
  • 2008 – 52,226 miles
  • 2007 – 45,660 miles
  • 2006 – 37,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,886 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,886 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    556217538323
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail99,886 miles (+1,899)10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    229139483799
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass97,987 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    632740234047
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both sides] (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail97,987 miles (+2,695)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,987 miles
    Test number
    515120254430
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both sides] (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass95,292 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    164385857069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,709 miles (+3,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,709 miles
    Test number
    463198186565
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip mate wearing on side
    • AdvisoryTyre wear started on o/s/r

  7. Pass86,598 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,598 miles
    Test number
    307239105222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,895 miles (+3,908)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,895 miles
    Test number
    306961314489
    • NoteEngine water leak

  9. Pass78,987 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,987 miles
    Test number
    948528853145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,387 miles (+4,067)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,387 miles
    Test number
    538805732197
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer wall cracking
    • NoteStrong advice rear exhaust box starting nto blow

  11. Pass69,320 miles (+4,670)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,320 miles
    Test number
    957208831155
    • NoteHeat cover around rear exhaust box rusting away
    • NoteN/s/f strut starting to weep oil
    • NoteTyre wear starting on n/s/r

  12. Pass64,650 miles (+4,419)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,650 miles
    Test number
    240407540422
    • NoteHeat cover around rear exhaust box rusting away

  13. Pass60,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,231 miles
    Test number
    673493889223
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail60,231 miles (+8,005)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,231 miles
    Test number
    890313489250
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass52,226 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,226 miles
    Test number
    544875488278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    380733307350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,660 miles (+7,740)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    812382707392
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass37,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    37,920 miles
    Test number
    902669026271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 BTS

Does L13 BTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 BTS is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 BTS?
The MOT on L13 BTS is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 BTS done?
L13 BTS was recorded at 99,886 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,073 miles a year.
Has L13 BTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 BTS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 BTS ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L13 BTS find?
L13 BTS passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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