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BJ04 EHH

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,763 mi
Last recorded86,763 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 EHH
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 86,763 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 86,759 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 86,746 miles

Emissions not tested emits dense white smoke at fast idol (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 85,079 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front fog lamps incorrect colours

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 82,592 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre showing signs of cracking / perishing

Fail 5 Jun 2018 82,854 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre showing signs of cracking / perishing

Pass 22 Jul 2014 73,760 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 73,760 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,794 miles

Both front c,v boots starting to crack

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 51,528 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 48,322 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 48,205 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front suspension is fitted with abs this car does'nt have abs.

Passenger seat belt stalk is stiff in operation.

Pass 5 Jul 2010 41,587 miles

n/s/f suspension is from an abs car this car is not fitted with abs.

Fail 5 Jul 2010 41,587 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f suspension is from an abs car this car is not fitted with abs.

Pass 29 Jun 2009 35,260 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 27,669 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 17,385 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 16,880 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 16,880 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BJ04 EHH is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BJ04 EHH, 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.

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BJ04 EHH is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 14 June 2004.

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