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VU04 ZXZ

2004 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,251 mi
Last recorded51,251 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 ZXZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 51,251 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 45,596 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,396 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 38,131 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 35,280 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,227 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 32,168 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,239 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2011 26,204 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,214 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 20,045 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 16,876 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 12,560 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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VU04 ZXZ is a 2004 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU04 ZXZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU04 ZXZ registered?

VU04 ZXZ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 17 March 2004.

Is VU04 ZXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 ZXZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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