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BK03 DHD

2003 MG Zr

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,561 mi
Last recorded110,561 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 DHD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 110,561 miles

nsr tyre is cracked on inner sidewall

osr tyre is worn on inner edge

Fail 23 Feb 2015 110,561 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nsr tyre is cracked on inner sidewall

osr tyre is worn on inner edge

tyre in boot from nsf is flat and has a damaged sidewall

Pass 14 Jan 2014 99,365 miles

exhaust corrosion

n/s/f inner c.v. boot leaking grease

n/s/f tyre wear

o/s/f slight play in rack end

o/s/r n/s/r inner sill corrosion

steering rack leaking at n/s

Fail 13 Jan 2014 99,365 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

exhaust corrosion

n/s/f inner c.v. boot leaking grease

n/s/f tyre wear

o/s/f slight play in rack end

o/s/r n/s/r inner sill corrosion

steering rack leaking at n/s

Pass 3 Dec 2012 92,811 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 92,811 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

advise wear in both front brake discs

Pass 10 Dec 2011 88,525 miles

Battery insecure

front wipers deteriorating

hand brake lever sat high req adjustment

n/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 31 Jul 2010 84,741 miles

Battery insecure

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

brake pedal cover slightly worn

handbrake lever sat high req adjustment

slight play in o/s/f seat

Pass 14 Jul 2009 76,433 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 76,432 miles

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

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 69,895 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 61,608 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 60,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 47,700 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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BK03 DHD is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BK03 DHD, 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.

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What year was BK03 DHD registered?

BK03 DHD is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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