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BD54 FBC

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,437 mi
Last recorded79,437 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 FBC
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 79,437 miles

EML on

Fail 17 Nov 2014 79,437 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

EML on

Pass 16 Nov 2013 67,172 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,050 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 59,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

nsf tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 21 Jan 2012 56,137 miles

Front Disc Pads on mim pad

minor chipps to front screen

Pass 10 Dec 2010 51,183 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 51,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 41,071 miles

handbrake travel slightly long.

pas belt starting to crack.

Pass 29 Dec 2008 32,398 miles

engine light on

just past CAT test (lambda high)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 24,425 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 24,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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BD54 FBC is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 BD54 FBC, 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 22 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 BD54 FBC registered?

BD54 FBC is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is BD54 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 FBC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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