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AO03 BXY

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,858 mi
Last recorded77,858 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BXY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2025 77,858 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak water pump ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 68,879 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 57,022 miles

nearside steering rack gaitor damp and pipework corroded

some corrosion to both inner sills and fuel tank strap

Pass 13 Sep 2021 43,829 miles

Fuel tank strap corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sills ,outer trims fitted (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

service brake efficiency only just met it appears the braking system requires adjustment/repair

suspension components general surface corrosion all over

washer jet partially blocked

Pass 5 Sep 2020 43,769 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner seal both sides corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

all 4 shocks casing corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2012 39,925 miles

front brake disc's worn and lipped

front brake pads getting low

front nearside and offside c.v gaiters cracking

front tyre's cracking

rear tyre's cracking on inner sidewalls

Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,669 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 34,738 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 31,193 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 25,800 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 19,508 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 14,608 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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AO03 BXY is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AO03 BXY, 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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AO03 BXY is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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