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BT52 WZP

2003 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,420 mi
Last recorded99,420 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 WZP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 99,420 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

eml displayed

n/s/f tyre edge wearing

Pass 14 Dec 2013 93,379 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 87,012 miles

o/s/r binding slightly

rear brake pads wearing thin

battery insecure

n/s/f inner tie rod has slight play

Pass 20 Jan 2010 82,385 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 74,591 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 74,590 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 60,734 miles

abs ring on n/s cv joint insecure

Fail 29 May 2008 60,632 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

abs ring on n/s cv joint insecure

Pass 5 Jan 2007 43,325 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 38,211 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 WZP is a 2003 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WZP, 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 BT52 WZP registered?

BT52 WZP is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is BT52 WZP safe to buy?

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