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YG04 MVW

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,420 mi
Last recorded101,420 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG04 MVW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 101,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 101,420 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 86,869 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 86,869 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 81,529 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 80,864 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 76,764 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 70,722 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 65,450 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 59,812 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 53,493 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 45,464 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 37,843 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 29,870 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 21,426 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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YG04 MVW is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 YG04 MVW, 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 22 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 YG04 MVW registered?

YG04 MVW is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is YG04 MVW safe to buy?

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