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BF54 FVJ

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,055 mi
Last recorded62,055 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 FVJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2018 62,055 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking Steering rack. (2.3.3b)

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Feb 2017 57,682 miles

Nearside Front tread cracking

Nearside Rear tread cracking

Offside Front tread cracking

Pass 3 Feb 2016 52,625 miles

nsr tyre cracking between tread

Fail 3 Feb 2016 52,625 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nsr tyre cracking between tread

Pass 3 Feb 2015 49,381 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 47,088 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 43,851 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 38,663 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 33,500 miles

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

nsr tyre has 2x nail

Pass 4 Feb 2010 28,157 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,424 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 18,281 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 17 Aug 2007 18,281 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BF54 FVJ is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF54 FVJ, 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

How do I check the history of BF54 FVJ?

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What year was BF54 FVJ registered?

BF54 FVJ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is BF54 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF54 FVJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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