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BD52 JWN

2003 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

113,316 mi
Last recorded113,316 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 JWN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 113,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 109,283 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 107,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 103,348 miles

Battry loose

Sill covers fitted

Slight corrosion; Inner sills, rear axle

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

Pass 21 May 2013 78,063 miles

Offside Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 May 2013 77,812 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 49,488 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 44,438 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 36,969 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 29,606 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,880 miles

both rear tyres have slight perishment

slight play in suspension/steering bushes balljoints and bearings

Pass 10 May 2008 20,845 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 18,063 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 13,574 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)

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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BD52 JWN is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BD52 JWN, 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 BD52 JWN registered?

BD52 JWN is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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