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BK53 HGX

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,488 mi
Last recorded83,488 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 HGX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014 83,488 miles

Front n/s has damage due collision

Pass 26 Jul 2013 76,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r tyre on 3mm and worn on edges

Pass 20 Aug 2012 70,199 miles

front tyres worn on edges

offside rear tyre worn on edge 205 45 17

Fail 17 Aug 2012 70,074 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres worn on edges

offside rear tyre worn on edge 205 45 17

Pass 27 Aug 2011 63,458 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 53,124 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,611 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 35,256 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 35,255 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 27,836 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 27,836 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (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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BK53 HGX is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BK53 HGX, 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 BK53 HGX registered?

BK53 HGX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is BK53 HGX safe to buy?

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