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YC53 HGX

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

101,877 mi
Last recorded101,877 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 HGX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 101,877 miles

Oil leak

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

all brake discs worn / corroded

Fail 26 Jan 2015 101,877 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Oil leak

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

all brake discs worn / corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2013 84,456 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 84,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 83,881 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 83,881 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 81,523 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 81,523 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 73,161 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 63,545 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 49,038 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 49,038 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 May 2007 32,147 miles

minor oil leak from engine/gearbox

offside rear lower shock absorber bush starting to get weak

Pass 15 May 2006 26,459 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 HGX is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YC53 HGX, 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 YC53 HGX registered?

YC53 HGX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 27 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YC53 HGX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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