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3 TRB

2004 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,662 mi
Last recorded32,662 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 TRB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 32,662 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust system corroded.

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Knock from steering on lock to lock check.

Offside Front Outer sill corroded.

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 32,003 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (steering rack) (2.1.5 (a))

knock from steering on lock to lock

Pass 15 Aug 2023 31,098 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust pipe corroded

knock from steering on lock to lock

Pass 17 Aug 2022 30,128 miles

Exhaust corroded.

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 28,937 miles

Fuel tank rusty.

Nearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Steering/suspension showing surface rust.

Pass 24 Aug 2020 27,643 miles

Exhaust corroded.

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 26,227 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 25,510 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 24,362 miles

Central Upper high level brake light not working

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 23,358 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 22,806 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 22,088 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,174 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 20,111 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 20,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 19,121 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 18,136 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 16,464 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 16,464 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 15,385 miles

Rear exhaust is rusty and slightly blowing.

Pass 15 Oct 2007 14,493 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zr?

Based on 651,705 MOT tests across 53,026 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
6,146
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
53,026
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,258
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 23,242
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,215
Stop lamp not working 16,145
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,953
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3 TRB is a 2004 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3 TRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 3 TRB registered?

3 TRB is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is 3 TRB safe to buy?

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