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YJ52 ZHS

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,127 mi
Last recorded107,127 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 ZHS
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 107,127 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 97,723 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 91,954 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 74,995 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 61,292 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 52,185 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,890 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 40,941 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 35,075 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 26 May 2010 35,075 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 30,149 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 24,416 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 18,408 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 16,221 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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YJ52 ZHS is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YJ52 ZHS, 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 YJ52 ZHS registered?

YJ52 ZHS is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 19 February 2003.

Is YJ52 ZHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ52 ZHS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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