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WD53 GMU

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

65,563 mi
Last recorded65,563 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD53 GMU
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 65,563 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 65,556 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 56,504 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 56,504 miles

Front Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 50,031 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 48,518 miles

both front brake discs showing signs of deteriation

front brake pads wearing low

Fail 28 Oct 2009 48,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

both front brake discs showing signs of deteriation

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 27 Oct 2008 42,662 miles

body damage evident to n/s/r quarter panel

front brake pads wearing low

n/s/f tyre tread on minimum wear indicators, recommend renewal shortly

Fail 27 Oct 2008 42,662 miles

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

body damage evident to n/s/r quarter panel

front brake pads wearing low

n/s/f tyre tread on minimum wear indicators, recommend renewal shortly

Pass 24 Oct 2007 36,984 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 36,984 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 33,219 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 32,217 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

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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WD53 GMU is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WD53 GMU, 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 WD53 GMU registered?

WD53 GMU is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is WD53 GMU safe to buy?

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