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BD53 YGK

2003 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,907 mi
Last recorded103,907 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 YGK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 103,907 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt and outter (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 103,751 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt and outter (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 88,838 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2016 88,830 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (5.2.6)

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

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 80,030 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 73,695 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 69,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 69,562 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2012 57,426 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 39,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,842 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 29,841 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 25,998 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2009 25,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,262 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 15,925 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 13,006 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 13,006 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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BD53 YGK is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD53 YGK, 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.

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What year was BD53 YGK registered?

BD53 YGK is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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