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AX03 LXV

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,088 mi
Last recorded121,088 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 LXV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 121,088 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 92,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 85,790 miles

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

both wipers split on ends

corrosion to inner sills

corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 21 Jun 2013 82,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight corrosion to rear inner sills/chassis rails

Fail 21 Jun 2013 82,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight corrosion to both rear innersills/chassis rails

Pass 22 Jun 2012 76,551 miles

both rear tyres perished

nearside rear tyre worn low on edges

Fail 23 Jun 2011 69,749 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 69,749 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 64,471 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 53,631 miles

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LIMIT 2.2MM

Fail 30 Jul 2008 47,946 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 47,946 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 34,359 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 26,570 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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AX03 LXV is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AX03 LXV, 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 AX03 LXV registered?

AX03 LXV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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