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YK03 BWR

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,587 mi
Last recorded52,587 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 BWR
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 52,587 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 48,427 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 48,427 miles

Exhaust system insecure (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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 46,573 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 45,934 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 45,222 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 45,222 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 44,629 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 43,756 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 42,237 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 40,290 miles

rear numberplate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Jul 2010 37,849 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 34,324 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 28,935 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 22,692 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 16,977 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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YK03 BWR is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BWR, 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 BWR registered?

YK03 BWR is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 14 August 2003.

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