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BT03 CWF

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,902 mi
Last recorded134,902 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 CWF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 134,902 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 129,097 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

eye level brake light inop

Fail 14 May 2016 129,097 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

eye level brake light inop

Pass 11 May 2015 117,959 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 117,959 miles

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

Nearside 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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 May 2014 110,902 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 104,508 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 99,688 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 94,095 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 88,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2010 88,607 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 83,491 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 83,491 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 78,068 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2008 78,068 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 64,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2007 64,159 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 51,806 miles

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

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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BT03 CWF is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BT03 CWF, 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 BT03 CWF registered?

BT03 CWF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is BT03 CWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 CWF shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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