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BT03 KNW

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,174 mi
Last recorded86,174 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 KNW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 86,174 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 86,174 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 75,063 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 76,053 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 68,404 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Rear heatshield above backbox poor

both reg plates poor

Fail 16 Jun 2016 68,404 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

Rear heatshield above backbox poor

both reg plates poor

Pass 4 Aug 2014 64,544 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 59,742 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 59,742 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 55,253 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 49,817 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,817 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 45,091 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 40,949 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 37,049 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 33,167 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 33,167 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 29,543 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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BT03 KNW is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver 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 KNW, 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 BT03 KNW registered?

BT03 KNW is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is BT03 KNW safe to buy?

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