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AY03 WBD

2003 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,235 mi
Last recorded100,235 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 WBD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 100,235 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 99,023 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 97,691 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 81,720 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 77,033 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 77,033 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

offside rear tyre perished

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 70,835 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

nearside rear and nearside front tyres have small cuts in outer walls no cords showing

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 29 Feb 2012 64,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

body damage n/s/r

nearside front and rear tyres damaged on outer sidewalls

Pass 28 Feb 2011 58,978 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 52,684 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 46,493 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 40,004 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 31,889 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 31,889 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 24,470 miles

checked body to plastic sill covers

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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AY03 WBD is a 2003 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AY03 WBD, 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 AY03 WBD registered?

AY03 WBD is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AY03 WBD safe to buy?

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