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YD03 UXS

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

71,945 mi
Last recorded71,945 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD03 UXS
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 71,945 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 71,932 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 67,169 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 67,160 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 58,878 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 52,723 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 52,692 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 48,067 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 48,061 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Both front brake discs lipped & heavily corroded.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 45,751 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 45,743 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 33,874 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2008 33,874 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 24,583 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 24,583 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 19,550 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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YD03 UXS is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 YD03 UXS, 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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YD03 UXS is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 18 March 2003.

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