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BF03 EKE

2003 MG Zr

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,117 mi
Last recorded149,117 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 EKE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 149,117 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 139,385 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 131,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 121,270 miles

Front tyres worn on inside edges

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 93,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

battery insercure

o/s/f headlamp aim low within limits

plastic covers on sills

rear exhaust corroded

slight exhaust leak

Pass 16 Sep 2011 70,090 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 66,129 miles

both rear brake discs in poor condition

middle lap belt not tested due to child seat

Pass 26 Sep 2009 61,392 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 May 2009 56,900 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2009 56,900 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 31 May 2008 41,960 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2008 41,960 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 30,963 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 30,963 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 13,231 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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BF03 EKE is a 2003 MG Zr in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF03 EKE, 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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BF03 EKE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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