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BD52 JXB

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

74,028 mi
Last recorded74,028 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 JXB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 74,028 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Backbox. (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 70,483 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 70,483 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 68,422 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 66,917 miles

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

front lower exhaust hanger detached/corroded

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn excessively on inner edge of tread

n/s/r tyre perishing/cracking

nail in o/s/f tyre

o/s/r tyre badly cracking/perishing

plastic covers on n/s and o/s outer sills

Pass 19 Jan 2022 65,175 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 64,150 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 63,331 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 60,783 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 56,743 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 55,578 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 54,833 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 49,931 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 38,186 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)

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2014 38,186 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

exhaust tail pipe corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2013 28,857 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 28,651 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 26,860 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 25,826 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 23,141 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 18,786 miles

small bulge starting in n/s/f tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2007 16,106 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 13,128 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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BD52 JXB is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 JXB, 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

How do I check the history of BD52 JXB?

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What year was BD52 JXB registered?

BD52 JXB is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is BD52 JXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 JXB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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