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RE54 UPG

2004 MG Zr

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,447 mi
Last recorded85,447 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 UPG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 85,447 miles

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

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)

Fail 30 May 2013 85,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

Pass 25 May 2012 75,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

deep cracks to both outer cv boots

o/s/f tyre close to limit inner edge

Fail 25 May 2012 75,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

deep cracks to both outer cv boots

o/s/f tyre close to limit inner edge

Pass 26 May 2011 69,086 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 69,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 62,034 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 51,501 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 42,106 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 33,867 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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RE54 UPG is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 RE54 UPG, 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 22 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE54 UPG registered?

RE54 UPG is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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