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BT53 WUV

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

80,500 mi
Last recorded80,500 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 WUV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 80,500 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 80,500 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 72,663 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 65,802 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 65,802 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 58,509 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 50,953 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 50,953 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 42,735 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 41,297 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 30,627 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 22,817 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 16,915 miles

knock in steering rack,osf tyre low/worn on edge

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 WUV is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WUV, 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 BT53 WUV registered?

BT53 WUV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is BT53 WUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 WUV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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