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BF53 RXM

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,474 mi
Last recorded76,474 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 76,474 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 71,681 miles

srs light on.

Pass 12 Aug 2011 64,612 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 54,079 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 50,257 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 45,687 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 40,866 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 40,866 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 25,004 miles

Slight fraying to o/s/f seatbelt

Slight movement in front road wheels

Fail 8 Dec 2006 25,004 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight play in both front road wheels

Pass 2 Nov 2006 24,575 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside 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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BF53 RXM is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RXM, 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 RXM registered?

BF53 RXM is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BF53 RXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 RXM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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