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BG53 TVN

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,521 mi
Last recorded63,521 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2010
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TVN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2010 63,521 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 56,203 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 48,219 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 42,794 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 21,722 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 21,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 TVN is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TVN, 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

How do I check the history of BG53 TVN?

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What year was BG53 TVN registered?

BG53 TVN is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BG53 TVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 TVN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG53 TVN have outstanding finance?

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