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AU03 RNZ

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

90,408 mi
Last recorded90,408 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 RNZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 90,408 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 88,177 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 85,903 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 83,699 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 82,100 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 80,546 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 76,695 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 72,985 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 69,677 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 65,647 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 61,306 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 57,369 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 46,813 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges (BALD)

exhaust centre section poor on bend.

Pass 16 Feb 2012 36,191 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 16 Feb 2012 36,191 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 30,764 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 30,271 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 29,392 miles

front brake balance just within tolerance-may need attention

Pass 18 Feb 2008 27,996 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 26,224 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 21,612 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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AU03 RNZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AU03 RNZ, 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 AU03 RNZ registered?

AU03 RNZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is AU03 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 RNZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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