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BC03 UFV

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,677 mi
Last recorded77,677 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 UFV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 77,677 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 77,677 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 71,755 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 65,190 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 58,153 miles

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

Oil leak

both front wiper blades split

Fail 20 Aug 2011 58,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Oil leak

both front wiper blades split

Fail 17 Aug 2010 52,482 miles

Battery insecure

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

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 17 Aug 2010 52,482 miles

Battery insecure

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 27 Aug 2009 46,959 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 34,551 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 28,737 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 23,451 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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BC03 UFV is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UFV, 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 UFV registered?

BC03 UFV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is BC03 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 UFV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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