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WV03 NWW

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,315 mi
Last recorded91,315 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 NWW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 91,315 miles

corrosion to outer sills

engine oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2015 94,908 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

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

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

corrosion to outer sills

engine oil leak

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2014 87,067 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 82,355 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 82,351 miles

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

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

offside front brake disc shows signs of overheating

Pass 14 Jul 2012 75,004 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 66,730 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 55,405 miles

o/s/f wing repeater lense missing

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2009 45,056 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 45,056 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 36,726 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly deteriorated

o/s/r tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Mar 2007 22,846 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 14,059 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2006 14,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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WV03 NWW is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WV03 NWW, 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 WV03 NWW registered?

WV03 NWW is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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