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WU53 KKL

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

58,778 mi
Last recorded58,778 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 KKL
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 58,778 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 58,778 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 54,712 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 54,212 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 41,798 miles

outer sills enclosed unable to check fully

Fail 20 Aug 2014 41,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

outer sills enclosed unable to check fully

Pass 10 Sep 2013 38,394 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 38,394 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,172 miles

both wiper blade rubbers split

Pass 8 Sep 2011 28,371 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 28,371 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 17,547 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 12,715 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 10,470 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,961 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 5,884 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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WU53 KKL is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WU53 KKL, 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.

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What year was WU53 KKL registered?

WU53 KKL is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is WU53 KKL safe to buy?

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