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BK53 FPF

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,124 mi
Last recorded125,124 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 FPF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 125,124 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 125,122 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 116,490 miles

Front non standard brake flexi hoses not held by grommets etc … but not chafing at present … advise monitor

Oil leak, but not excessive oil and pas leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

non standard wheels / exhaust etc

Fail 3 Jan 2019 116,292 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front non standard brake flexi hoses not held by grommets etc … but not chafing at present … advise monitor

Oil leak, but not excessive oil and pas leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

non standard wheels / exhaust etc

Pass 4 Jan 2018 103,811 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 103,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 92,345 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

exhaust deteriorating

front brake pads low

Pass 28 Nov 2015 77,991 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 73,532 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 70,531 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 65,976 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 59,679 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 53,403 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 53,401 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 47,903 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 41,787 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 13 Sep 2008 41,787 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 31,572 miles

front drop link bushes perishing

handbrake lever has alot of travel

power steering belt perishing

rear tyres perishing

rear wiper blade split

various suspension bushes perishing

Fail 12 Sep 2006 17,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear tyres perishing

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

rear number plate discoloured

slight dampness around steering rack

Pass 12 Sep 2006 17,635 miles

both rear tyres perishing

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

rear number plate discoloured

slight dampness around steering rack

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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BK53 FPF is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BK53 FPF, 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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BK53 FPF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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