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BF54 URE

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,189 mi
Last recorded53,189 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 53,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 47,538 miles

Front Flexi Pipe showing signs of bad corrosion no leak

Fail 9 Sep 2019 47,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Flexi Pipe showing signs of bad corrosion no leak

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 47,453 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 46,947 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 46,058 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 45,215 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 44,400 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 44,400 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 42,295 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 38,462 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 35,203 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 29,323 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 29,320 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 23,869 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 18,051 miles

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

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Oil leak

damage to vehicle before started mot but would pass test any way.

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 URE is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 URE, 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 URE registered?

BF54 URE is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is BF54 URE safe to buy?

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