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BF54 GFG

2004 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,103 mi
Last recorded93,103 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 GFG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 93,103 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 82,563 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 82,562 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2012 78,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 78,012 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 70,135 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 70,135 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 66,202 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 57,577 miles

both front tyres and wheel rims damaged

Fail 15 Jul 2009 57,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres and wheel rims damaged

Pass 8 Jul 2008 47,195 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 47,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front pads close to limits

o/s/r/tyre cut on outer wall not down to cord

Fail 11 May 2007 25,337 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 25,337 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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BF54 GFG is a 2004 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 BF54 GFG, 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

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What year was BF54 GFG registered?

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

Is BF54 GFG safe to buy?

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