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WL53 MKO

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

85,068 mi
Last recorded85,068 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 MKO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 85,068 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 63,462 miles

Battery Warning lamp illuminated

Both front & rear brake discs pitted

Front exhaust flexi deterioted

Fail 10 Sep 2014 63,462 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Battery Warning lamp illuminated

Both front & rear brake discs pitted

Pass 30 Jan 2013
Pass 9 Feb 2012 56,213 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 52,145 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 52,143 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2010 44,802 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 39,701 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 39,701 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 33,095 miles

both rear tyres getting low

both rear tyres getting perished

front discs getting worn

nearside rear pads getting low

offside rear pads low

Pass 22 Feb 2007 24,630 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 24,628 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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WL53 MKO is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WL53 MKO, 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 WL53 MKO registered?

WL53 MKO is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 12 February 2004.

Is WL53 MKO safe to buy?

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