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AV53 OYM

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,723 mi
Last recorded68,723 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 OYM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 68,723 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 67,695 miles

Battery loose, n/swiper hits bonnet when opened

Fail 26 Oct 2012 67,695 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Battery loose, n/swiper hits bonnet when opened

Pass 15 Nov 2011 62,906 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 262,906 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 60,845 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 53,505 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 53,505 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 44,943 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,495 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 28,898 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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AV53 OYM 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 72.7%.

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 AV53 OYM, 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 AV53 OYM registered?

AV53 OYM is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is AV53 OYM safe to buy?

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