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BC03 HNV

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

74,993 mi
Last recorded74,993 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 HNV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 74,993 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 74,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2024 74,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 74,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 74,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 74,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 74,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 74,290 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 13 Sep 2017 74,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 72,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 71,870 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 30 Sep 2014 69,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 9 Dec 2013 68,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 68,148 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 64,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

brake pedal rubber loose

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 9 Nov 2012 64,597 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

brake pedal rubber loose

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 2 Dec 2011 56,291 miles

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

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

Oil leak

advise condition front wiper blades/split ends

advise nearside rear tyre wearing low

Fail 30 Nov 2011 56,291 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

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

Oil leak

advise condition front wiper blades/split ends

advise nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 6 Nov 2010 45,945 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 39,398 miles

Oil leak

n/s and o/s/f tyres on limit on outer edges

surface corrossion to all brake discs

Pass 25 Nov 2008 36,517 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2008 36,517 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 32,494 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 32,494 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 29,164 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 29,164 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BC03 HNV is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 BC03 HNV, 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 BC03 HNV registered?

BC03 HNV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is BC03 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 HNV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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