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BF53 WOA

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,966 mi
Last recorded33,966 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WOA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 33,966 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres close to limit in centre of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 33,456 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 33,062 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 33,062 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 32,481 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 31,693 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 31,214 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 30,679 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 29,611 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,838 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 27,911 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 26,783 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 25,552 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 24,509 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 22,510 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 19,529 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 19,529 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 17,084 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 14,368 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 13,074 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 9,796 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 7,754 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 WOA is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WOA, 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 WOA registered?

BF53 WOA is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is BF53 WOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 WOA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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