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AK03 VEX

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,452 mi
Last recorded66,452 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 VEX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 66,452 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2015 66,334 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted sill (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2014 59,596 miles

engine missfire during fast idle emissions check

Pass 12 Aug 2013 52,291 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 51,996 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 43,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 40,232 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 32,463 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 26,029 miles

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

both rear tyres perished.

Pass 26 Mar 2008 18,052 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 18,052 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 12,891 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 12,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 9,532 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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AK03 VEX is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,033 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 AK03 VEX, 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 23 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK03 VEX registered?

AK03 VEX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AK03 VEX safe to buy?

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