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YK03 BTJ

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,631 mi
Last recorded75,631 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 BTJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 75,631 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 67,685 miles

ecu light on

Pass 10 Sep 2013 62,078 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,365 miles

All brake pipes covered with grease

Pass 10 Aug 2011 47,670 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 42,404 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,741 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 31,614 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 24,072 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 24,072 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,973 miles

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

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

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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YK03 BTJ is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YK03 BTJ, 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 YK03 BTJ registered?

YK03 BTJ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is YK03 BTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK03 BTJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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