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AO03 OTF

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,538 mi
Last recorded92,538 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 OTF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 92,538 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 92,537 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 81,749 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2014 81,729 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 79,347 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 75,441 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 74,151 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 70,021 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 61,110 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 52,542 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 52,469 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 May 2008 40,596 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 29,781 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 17,451 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 OTF is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 OTF, 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 AO03 OTF registered?

AO03 OTF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is AO03 OTF safe to buy?

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