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YF03 HSP

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,349 mi
Last recorded78,349 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 HSP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2012 78,349 miles

all suspension springs de-locate from mountings when jacked up.

dip beam head lamp pair slightly different colours

front top mounting bearings delocate when jacked up,locating automatically when lowered.

Fail 7 Jul 2012 77,937 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

all suspension springs de-locate from mountings when jacked up.

dip beam head lamp pair slightly different colours

front top mounting bearings delocate when jacked up,locating automatically when lowered.

Pass 27 Jun 2011 69,433 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 69,433 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 59,480 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 59,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 49,837 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 49,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 42,158 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front discs slightly rusty

Pass 23 Mar 2006 38,306 miles

exhaust corroded at rear

Pass 2 Mar 2006 38,298 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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YF03 HSP is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 YF03 HSP, 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 YF03 HSP registered?

YF03 HSP is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is YF03 HSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 HSP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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