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AV53 RSY

2003 MG Zr

Yellow Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,880 mi
Last recorded106,880 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 RSY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2019 106,880 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 93,799 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 79,175 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 65,813 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 56,182 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 56,182 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 48,774 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 48,774 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 39,278 miles

offside rear tyre has cracking inside tread

Fail 24 Jul 2012 34,699 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 34,699 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 33,837 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 30,557 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 RSY is a 2003 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RSY, 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 AV53 RSY registered?

AV53 RSY is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is AV53 RSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 RSY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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