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BF53 WRU

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,941 mi
Last recorded108,941 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WRU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 108,941 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 108,941 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 102,455 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 97,190 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2016 97,181 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 86,609 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges - 205/45/17 -

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front exhaust bracket broken (as marked) exhaust secure

Fail 24 Mar 2014 75,883 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 75,883 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 68,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

N/S/F Tyre has cuts on inner side wall but bot to cord also worn on inner edge 205/45/17

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 60,687 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,687 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 56,392 miles

Discs worn all round.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 56,391 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front and rear discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Jan 2010 48,052 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 37,028 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 26,769 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 20,019 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 19,997 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 WRU is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BF53 WRU, 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.

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What year was BF53 WRU registered?

BF53 WRU is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BF53 WRU safe to buy?

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