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YH53 SHX

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,120 mi
Last recorded120,120 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 SHX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 120,120 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 120,120 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

DRIVERS SEAT CUSION DAMAGED AND LOOSE.

NSF INNER TYRE WALL CUT.

OSR OUTER SILL CORRODING.

OSR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED.

Pass 28 Sep 2013 100,206 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 100,206 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

FUSE BOX COVER UNDER BONNET MISSING.

OSF SEAT BASE UPHOLSTERY INSECURE.

OSR OUTER SILL CRUSHED IN.

Pass 22 Sep 2012 94,794 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Sep 2012 94,794 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 88,083 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 81,545 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 81,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 74,650 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

previous damage to the front bumper and the offside sill

front tyres are just clearing the shock absorbers casings

Fail 22 Sep 2009 74,597 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

previous damage to the front bumper and the offside sill

front tyres are just clearing the shock absorbers casings

Pass 19 Sep 2008 67,785 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

screen wash switch loose

Pass 25 Sep 2007 56,211 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2006 42,919 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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YH53 SHX is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YH53 SHX, 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 YH53 SHX registered?

YH53 SHX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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