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YE03 JWN

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,236 mi
Last recorded102,236 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE03 JWN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 102,236 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 93,845 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 93,762 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

engine oil level low

Pass 20 Nov 2013 81,443 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 73,805 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 73,804 miles

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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2011 65,395 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 57,809 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 45,563 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 45,563 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 33,317 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 31,405 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 21,408 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 14,197 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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YE03 JWN is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YE03 JWN, 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 YE03 JWN registered?

YE03 JWN is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is YE03 JWN safe to buy?

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