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AF04 FFP

2004 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

87,689 mi
Last recorded87,689 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 FFP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 87,689 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 87,675 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at downpipe (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 82,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 77,594 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 77,464 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 71,986 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 67,167 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 67,167 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre pipe and rear box pipe corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 61,995 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 61,995 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 54,540 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside door mirror glass cracked but rear view is not seriously effected

offside front tyre low on edge

Fail 28 Sep 2011 54,540 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside door mirror glass cracked but rear view is not seriously effected

offside front tyre low on edge

Pass 25 Sep 2010 45,261 miles

O/S CV BOOT SLIGHT LEAK

SLIGHT CRACKING ON BOTH REAR TYRES

Pass 16 Sep 2009 37,478 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 32,238 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 17,015 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2007 17,015 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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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AF04 FFP is a 2004 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF04 FFP, 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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AF04 FFP is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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