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BT53 FDF

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

80,865 mi
Last recorded80,865 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 FDF
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 80,865 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 76,152 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 68,597 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 63,933 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 62,972 miles

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

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

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

battery insecure

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 20 Jul 2011 57,081 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 46,855 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 34,531 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 28,432 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2007 28,349 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 20,937 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 15,250 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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BT53 FDF is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BT53 FDF, 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 BT53 FDF registered?

BT53 FDF is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 23 November 2003.

Is BT53 FDF safe to buy?

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