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BT52 JHZ

2003 MG Zr

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

137,152 mi
Last recorded137,152 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 JHZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2024 137,152 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 134,078 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear axle bush worn

Pass 22 Oct 2020 124,167 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Oct 2019 106,067 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 106,055 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 97,884 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 90,058 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 82,959 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 75,242 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 65,070 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 54,356 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 50,361 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 49,559 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 47,995 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front washers not very powerfull

Pass 20 Oct 2009 45,491 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 39,454 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 36,967 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 28,753 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 21,545 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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BT52 JHZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BT52 JHZ, 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 BT52 JHZ registered?

BT52 JHZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 4 January 2003.

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