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AM53 CEF

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,733 mi
Last recorded108,733 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 CEF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 108,733 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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust mount broken but supported

near side of sterring rack slight movement in sport mount

Fail 8 Aug 2014 108,729 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust mount broken but supported

near side of sterring rack slight movement in sport mount

Pass 13 Dec 2013 102,119 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 90,155 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 83,526 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 81,493 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 64,733 miles

slight leak from n/s power steering rack

Fail 4 Jun 2008 55,002 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 55,002 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 49,363 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 41,139 miles

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

n/s/f sill edge damaged

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 CEF is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AM53 CEF, 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 AM53 CEF registered?

AM53 CEF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AM53 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 CEF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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