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ALZ 47

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,694 mi
Last recorded74,694 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 47
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 74,694 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 71,497 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 63,197 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 60,347 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 54,127 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre cracked.

Pass 14 Jan 2015 48,844 miles

nsf tyre 3mm

osf tyre 2mm

Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,430 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 37,041 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 37,041 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 28,570 miles

off side rear tyre has surface cracks that do not expose the cords.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 18,648 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 11,827 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,558 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 8,667 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 7,809 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 5,859 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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ALZ 47 is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ALZ 47, 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 ALZ 47 registered?

ALZ 47 is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is ALZ 47 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 47 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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