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AX54 DXW

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,059 mi
Last recorded87,059 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX54 DXW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 87,059 miles

NSR Tyre perished

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 87,059 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

NSR Tyre perished

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 80,997 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 80,976 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 80,976 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 77,462 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 77,336 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 71,530 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 71,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 60,704 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 50,836 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 40,057 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 40,052 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 30,285 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 30,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AX54 DXW is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX54 DXW, 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.

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AX54 DXW is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 22 November 2004.

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