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AX52 ODY

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

88,722 mi
Last recorded88,722 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 ODY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 88,722 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 87,625 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 86,854 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 85,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and deteriorated/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and deteriorated/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge and deteriorated/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 84,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge and is deteriorated/cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 83,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly deteriorated/cracked and tread low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 82,203 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 79,763 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 79,763 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 74,793 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 691,001 miles

n/s/f brake binding slightly.

Pass 13 Jan 2016 64,259 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 64,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed walls deteriorated/split (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed walls deteriorated/split (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 58,970 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 54,304 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2014 54,304 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 15 Jan 2013 46,938 miles

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2012 42,071 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 38,153 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 34,344 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 29,686 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 29,686 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 24,523 miles

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 24,523 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 18,341 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

Pass 5 Jan 2006 13,040 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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AX52 ODY is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AX52 ODY, 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 AX52 ODY registered?

AX52 ODY is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is AX52 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 ODY shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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