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BF03 MVT

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,335 mi
Last recorded90,335 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 MVT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 90,335 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 76,854 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISYAL CHECK ONLY).

MID TO REAR SECTION JOINT OF EXHAUST SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION.

O/S/R TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.5MM.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Oct 2010 76,854 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISYAL CHECK ONLY).

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

MID TO REAR SECTION JOINT OF EXHAUST SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION.

O/S/R TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.5MM.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Nov 2009 69,872 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 3.5 MM AND LOWER ON ITS EDGES.

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

REAR TYRES ARE WORN DOWN TO 3.0MM AND LOWER ON THERE EDGES.

Pass 10 Nov 2009 69,872 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 3.5 MM AND LOWER ON ITS EDGES.

REAR TYRES ARE WORN DOWN TO 3.0MM AND LOWER ON THERE EDGES.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 63,792 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 55,661 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 55,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2006 39,289 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 MVT is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BF03 MVT, 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 MVT registered?

BF03 MVT is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is BF03 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 MVT shows 9 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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