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AW04 BYZ

2004 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,199 mi
Last recorded59,199 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW04 BYZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 59,199 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 56,913 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 56,911 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 54,727 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 52,655 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 52,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened sill (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 50,793 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 47,962 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 44,426 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 41,306 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 37,993 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,847 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 32,071 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 29,378 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 26,536 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,594 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 21,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,471 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 15,964 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 12,694 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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AW04 BYZ is a 2004 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 AW04 BYZ, 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 22 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 AW04 BYZ registered?

AW04 BYZ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is AW04 BYZ safe to buy?

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