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YF03 ZTE

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,113 mi
Last recorded98,113 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 ZTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 98,113 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 92,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 86,145 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 80,480 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 75,224 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 75,224 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 68,733 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

all alloy wheels kerbed and scuffed

Pass 11 Jun 2010 68,733 miles

all alloy wheels kerbed and scuffed

Pass 10 Jun 2009 56,461 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 56,461 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 43,179 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 40,116 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)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 36,803 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 ZTE is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZTE, 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 ZTE registered?

YF03 ZTE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is YF03 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 ZTE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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