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AO53 MKA

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,914 mi
Last recorded83,914 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 MKA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 83,914 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 brake disc inner surfaces corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2016 78,528 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 73,639 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 68,429 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 62,828 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 57,126 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 51,423 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 45,653 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 39,725 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 33,093 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 26,254 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 19,451 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 19,451 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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AO53 MKA is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AO53 MKA, 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 AO53 MKA registered?

AO53 MKA is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is AO53 MKA safe to buy?

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