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BG53 BZB

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,965 mi
Last recorded65,965 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 BZB
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2015 65,965 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 65,912 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)

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

coolent low

oil low

Pass 20 Nov 2013 60,902 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 60,848 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 53,669 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 48,122 miles

BOTH SIDES REAR TYRES CRACKING WITH AGE

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 41,654 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 41,654 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 34,721 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 26,695 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 20,868 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 16,142 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BG53 BZB is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BG53 BZB, 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 BG53 BZB registered?

BG53 BZB is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 BZB safe to buy?

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