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WU53 KKX

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,762 mi
Last recorded85,762 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 KKX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 85,762 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 85,759 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 77,255 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTY

NSF & OSF CV BOOTS BADLY PERISHED

Fail 4 Oct 2014 77,250 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ENGINE OIL LEAK

EXHAUST SYSTEM RUSTY

NSF & OSF CV BOOTS BADLY PERISHED

Pass 12 Sep 2013 67,444 miles

exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre cut on sidewall

n/s/r tyre perishing on sidewall

Fail 4 Sep 2013 67,429 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre cut on sidewall

n/s/r tyre perishing on sidewall

Pass 27 Sep 2012 66,049 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 26 Sep 2012 66,049 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 10 Oct 2011 64,177 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 59,412 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Sep 2010 59,412 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/F brake slighty binding

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,418 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 45,895 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

advise o/s/f tyre outside edge worn

advise o/s/f washer pipe elbow leaking

Pass 6 Aug 2007 38,921 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 34,766 miles

long handbrake travel

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 KKX is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KKX, 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

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What year was WU53 KKX registered?

WU53 KKX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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