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BF53 RXJ

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,885 mi
Last recorded82,885 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 RXJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 82,885 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 72,927 miles

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

both rear tyres have perishing and nail in nearside rear

Pass 7 Jan 2009 60,467 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 60,467 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 50,411 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2007 50,411 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 39,364 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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BF53 RXJ is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 BF53 RXJ, 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 BF53 RXJ registered?

BF53 RXJ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BF53 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 RXJ shows 7 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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