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AK53 WPU

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,730 mi
Last recorded68,730 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 WPU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2012 68,730 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 66,324 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 65,006 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 65,006 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 54,697 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 44,345 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 34,533 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 21,722 miles

exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre 2mm!!!!! and worn around inner edge

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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AK53 WPU is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK53 WPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 WPU registered?

AK53 WPU is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 WPU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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