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AV03 MTF

2003 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

190,056 mi
Last recorded190,056 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 MTF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 190,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2022 190,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 186,823 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 173,981 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 121,123 miles

Front Nearside & Offside slight play in seat back

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

surface corrosion front,rear shockers,springs,front subframe,rear axle,o/s n/s rear chassis,inner rear sills,both front to rear metal brake pipes,power steering pipes,exhaust

Pass 12 Jan 2018 120,098 miles

sill covers fitted

slight play in both front seat backs and handbrake lever

surface corrosion front,rear shockers,springs,front subframe,rear axle,o/s n/s rear chassis,inner rear sills,both front to rear metal brake pipes,power steering pipes,exhaust

Fail 12 Jan 2018 120,098 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

sill covers fitted

slight play in both front seat backs and handbrake lever

surface corrosion front,rear shockers,springs,front subframe,rear axle,o/s n/s rear chassis,inner rear sills,both front to rear metal brake pipes,power steering pipes,exhaust

Pass 6 Feb 2017 118,150 miles

outer sill covers fitted

slight play o/s/f seat

surface corrosion o/s n/s inner rear sills,rear chassis,rear shockers

Fail 3 Feb 2017 118,098 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

outer sill covers fitted

slight play o/s/f seat

surface corrosion o/s n/s inner rear sills,rear chassis,rear shockers

Pass 3 Mar 2016 114,252 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner tread

sight damage to front bumper

Pass 26 Jan 2015 120,024 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 100,247 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

EML On

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 83,021 miles

o/s handbrake effort low compared to n/s

rear exhaust blowing close to excess

Fail 22 Jan 2014 83,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s handbrake effort low compared to n/s

rear exhaust blowing close to excess

Fail 26 Jan 2013 75,780 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 75,780 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 68,364 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 68,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 64,570 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,903 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 52,547 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2009 41,019 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 41,019 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 33,102 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 26,779 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 20,171 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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AV03 MTF is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV03 MTF, 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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AV03 MTF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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