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BN03 HFX

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

78,704 mi
Last recorded78,704 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 HFX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 78,704 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

brake pedal slightly low

Fail 1 Sep 2016 78,704 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill & arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill & arch (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake pedal slightly low

Fail 17 Aug 2015 78,679 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs and pads worn

front exhaust mounting broken , system still adequately supported

front tyres running close to lower spring seats on inner corners

ns front tyre worn to limit and has sidewall damage ,advise replacement

ns main beam headlight lens damaged and reflector deteriorated ,advise replacement

os and ns front tyre valve stems starting to perish and crack ,advise replacement

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2014 72,231 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 72,231 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 25 May 2013 64,571 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2013 64,571 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 May 2012 62,101 miles

Oil leak

cracking to o/s/r tyre

cuts to n/s/f tyre sidewall

small stone chips in front windscreen

wipers worn

Fail 11 May 2012 62,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 29 Apr 2011 56,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2010 50,529 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 47,340 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 47,340 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 40,103 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 40,067 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 32,291 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2006 23,703 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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BN03 HFX is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 BN03 HFX, 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 BN03 HFX registered?

BN03 HFX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BN03 HFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 HFX shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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