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RG53 ERK

2004 MG Z

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,974 mi
Last recorded60,974 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
Typical for 2004 MG Z33,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 ERK
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2010 60,974 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)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 48,412 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 21,136 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 20,804 miles

How Reliable is the MG Z?

Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
7,842
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Stop lamp not working 18
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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RG53 ERK is a 2004 MG Z in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 33,622 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG53 ERK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Z typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this MG Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG53 ERK registered?

RG53 ERK is a 2004 MG Z, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is RG53 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 ERK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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