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YK03 VNB

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,131 mi
Last recorded121,131 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2014 121,131 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged but not through to canvas

Fail 16 Sep 2014 121,131 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged but not through to canvas

Pass 24 Aug 2013 109,466 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 95,345 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 95,345 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 82,374 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 67,472 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 55,703 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 52,640 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 52,639 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Eng Man Light On

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 49,970 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 38,199 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 26,324 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 VNB is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VNB, 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 VNB registered?

YK03 VNB is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is YK03 VNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK03 VNB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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