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YC53 DYM

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,929 mi
Last recorded101,929 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 DYM
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 101,929 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 95,867 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 94,889 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 94,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2016 93,637 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 92,317 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 90,723 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 89,533 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 88,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 86,745 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 84,890 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 83,303 miles

both front tyres deteriorated

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Oct 2008 76,338 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 68,038 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 68,038 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 51,658 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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YC53 DYM is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YC53 DYM, 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 YC53 DYM registered?

YC53 DYM is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is YC53 DYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 DYM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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