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BD03 YST

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,692 mi
Last recorded101,692 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 YST
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 101,692 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 101,692 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 95,547 miles

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Pass 1 Jun 2017 93,628 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 93,246 miles

slight corrosion underneath

slight exhaust leak

Pass 23 Apr 2015 90,587 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 83,219 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 83,213 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 76,696 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 69,035 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 61,037 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 51,961 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 44,525 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 37,467 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,306 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 24,115 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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BD03 YST is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BD03 YST, 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 BD03 YST registered?

BD03 YST is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is BD03 YST safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 YST shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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