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BF03 MTU

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,262 mi
Last recorded63,262 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 MTU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 63,262 miles

Drivers seat doesnt tilt to give access to rear

Offside cv boot leaking grease

Slight power steering oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2013 61,821 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 61,817 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 59,578 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 56,294 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,541 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 48,882 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 48,879 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2008 45,108 miles

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

rad weaping

Pass 21 Apr 2008 45,054 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 45,054 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 42,888 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 42,888 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 28,065 miles

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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BF03 MTU is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MTU, 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 BF03 MTU registered?

BF03 MTU is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BF03 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 MTU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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