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AU53 ZJJ

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,492 mi
Last recorded105,492 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 ZJJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 105,492 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 94,190 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 88,603 miles

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

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

brake pedal anti slip split

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged

Fail 30 Oct 2012 88,590 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

brake pedal anti slip split

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2011 77,663 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 77,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 6 Sep 2010 67,777 miles

both rear tyres perishing in treads

Pass 25 Aug 2009 61,606 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 56,688 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 46,642 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 36,697 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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AU53 ZJJ is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey 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 AU53 ZJJ, 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 AU53 ZJJ registered?

AU53 ZJJ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is AU53 ZJJ safe to buy?

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