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BF04 JYY

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,444 mi
Last recorded57,444 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 JYY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 57,444 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 56,271 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 53,065 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 52,009 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 49,351 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 47,352 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 44,657 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 39,212 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 39,212 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 33,763 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 33,763 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 33,682 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 33,682 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 29,892 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 18,329 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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BF04 JYY is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BF04 JYY, 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 BF04 JYY registered?

BF04 JYY is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 2 March 2004.

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