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YF03 ZSZ

2003 MG Zr

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,824 mi
Last recorded159,824 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 ZSZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 159,824 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2013 144,220 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 120,353 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 101,713 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 89,721 miles

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

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

only two rear seat belts fitted at time of test

slight bind felt at o/s/f wheel

Fail 4 Aug 2010 89,720 miles

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

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

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

only two rear seat belts fitted at time of test

slight bind felt at o/s/f wheel

Pass 30 Jul 2009 68,021 miles

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

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

cut to n/s/f tyre outer side wall

engine drive belt

Pass 24 Jul 2008 50,558 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 47,530 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 47,530 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 39,250 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 39,250 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

drivers seat wont fold forward to allow axcess to the rear seats but passenger seat does

rear number plate is slightly detiorated

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 ZSZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF03 ZSZ, 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 YF03 ZSZ registered?

YF03 ZSZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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