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AM53 AWY

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,081 mi
Last recorded89,081 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 AWY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 89,081 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 89,044 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 74,606 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 74,601 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 67,130 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 25 Jun 2011 67,130 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)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2010 61,474 miles

rear brakes and handbrake just reaching limits. both rear tyres slightly distorted.

Pass 29 Jun 2009 50,316 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 41,175 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 37,056 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 37,056 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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AM53 AWY is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 AM53 AWY, 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 AM53 AWY registered?

AM53 AWY is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is AM53 AWY safe to buy?

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