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MG ZT-T+ Cdti Auto

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,951 cc

LB53 CUCMOT history

LB53 CUC is a grey diesel MG ZT-T+ Cdti Auto first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
101,223 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CUC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MG
Model
ZT-T+ Cdti Auto
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CUC was last recorded at 101,223 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 2,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,037 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,186 miles
Average per year
3,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,223 miles
  • 2024 – 99,037 miles
  • 2023 – 97,002 miles
  • 2022 – 92,350 miles
  • 2021 – 88,039 miles
  • 2020 – 84,584 miles
  • 2019 – 81,423 miles
  • 2018 – 79,331 miles
  • 2017 – 77,379 miles
  • 2016 – 75,527 miles
  • 2015 – 73,586 miles
  • 2014 – 72,455 miles
  • 2013 – 69,028 miles
  • 2012 – 65,705 miles
  • 2011 – 60,891 miles
  • 2010 – 57,390 miles
  • 2009 – 54,029 miles
  • 2008 – 49,467 miles
  • 2007 – 45,114 miles
  • 2006 – 40,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,223 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES COVERED IN GREASE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,223 miles (+2,186)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    101,223 miles
    Test number
    884673522939
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass99,037 miles (+2,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    852690904469
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass97,002 miles (+4,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    426888050104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass92,350 miles (+4,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,350 miles
    Test number
    584371832586
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass88,039 miles (+3,453)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,039 miles
    Test number
    774570330583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,586 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,586 miles
    Test number
    879822169422
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES COVERED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail84,584 miles (+3,161)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,584 miles
    Test number
    116567307228
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH SIDES 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES COVERED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass81,423 miles (+2,092)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,423 miles
    Test number
    127696550546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Plus centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass79,331 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,331 miles
    Test number
    409234065166
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle plus rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe reinforcement panel is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight beam is on the lower limit and it cant be adjusted because adjuster is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle plus rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail79,331 miles (+1,952)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,331 miles
    Test number
    747233160964
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety under bonnet fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle plus rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe reinforcement panel is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight beam is on the lower limit and it cant be adjusted because adjuster is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle plus rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass77,379 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    471523441902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,527 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,527 miles
    Test number
    107111920299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,586 miles (+1,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,586 miles
    Test number
    341222041825
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres worn on edges

  14. Pass72,455 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,455 miles
    Test number
    647914144334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,028 miles (+3,323)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,028 miles
    Test number
    249065143330
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  16. Fail65,705 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,705 miles
    Test number
    115063552367
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

  17. Pass65,705 miles (+219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,705 miles
    Test number
    227013352386
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on outer edges

  18. Fail65,486 miles (+4,595)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    755871742314
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail60,891 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    268147051332
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  20. Pass60,891 miles (+3,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    829557851343
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass57,390 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,390 miles
    Test number
    782510150377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,029 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,029 miles
    Test number
    454454059435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,467 miles (+4,353)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    49,467 miles
    Test number
    411876668414
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread low on outer edge

  24. Pass45,114 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    45,114 miles
    Test number
    252766747345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,246 miles
    Test number
    482998646471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CUC

Does LB53 CUC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CUC is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CUC?
The MOT on LB53 CUC is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CUC done?
LB53 CUC was recorded at 101,223 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,123 miles a year.
Has LB53 CUC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CUC has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB53 CUC 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 LB53 CUC find?
LB53 CUC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes, and 5 more.

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