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BU03 BMV

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,000 mi
Last recorded102,000 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 BMV
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 102,000 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 98,394 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 96,140 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 96,133 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 94,752 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 87,625 miles

rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 12 Sep 2011 87,623 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear brakes binding slightly

rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 29 Jun 2009 71,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2008 49,574 miles

Child seats fitted to the nearside and offside rear of vehicle preventing the full inspection of the adult seat belts.

Slightly long parking brake lever travel.

Pass 27 Jun 2007 38,014 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to offside of vehicle

hand brake travel long

middle exhuast joint rusty

signs of fluid around nearside steering rack boot

Pass 29 Jun 2006 23,042 miles

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

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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BU03 BMV is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BU03 BMV, 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 BU03 BMV registered?

BU03 BMV is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is BU03 BMV safe to buy?

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