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YC53 HHD

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,099 mi
Last recorded59,099 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 HHD
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 59,099 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 59,094 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 54,758 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 50,703 miles

doors central locking system

o/s/r tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2010 45,488 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 41,368 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 37,116 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 37,116 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2007 31,051 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 22,886 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 HHD is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HHD, 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 HHD registered?

YC53 HHD is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is YC53 HHD safe to buy?

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