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WR53 MDO

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

68,100 mi
Last recorded68,100 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 MDO
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 68,100 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Front tyres getting low

Nearside steering arm slight play

Number plate lights dim

Pass 4 Dec 2014 46,428 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 2 Dec 2013 37,194 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 13 Nov 2012 35,552 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust corroded

not able to check outer sills

Fail 9 Nov 2012 35,518 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust corroded

not able to check outer sills

Pass 18 Nov 2011 34,170 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 32,850 miles

exhaust down pipe heatsheild is insecure at the base of down pipe

offside wiper arm has some play init

Pass 20 Nov 2009 29,217 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 26,189 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 23,360 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 23,360 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 14,344 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 14,342 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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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WR53 MDO is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,033 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 WR53 MDO, 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 23 years old, this MG Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WR53 MDO?

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What year was WR53 MDO registered?

WR53 MDO is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is WR53 MDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 MDO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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