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YK03 VWS

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

55,879 mi
Last recorded55,879 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 55,879 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 55,879 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 55,633 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 55,359 miles

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 55,013 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 55,013 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 54,465 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 54,465 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,792 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 53,405 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 52,330 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 52,330 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 51,910 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 51,221 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 49,839 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 48,180 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 46,499 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 45,235 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 45,235 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 42,091 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 42,091 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 39,080 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 39,080 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

HAND BRAKE HAS A LOT OF FREE PLAY BUT STILL PERFORMS ITS FUNCTION

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 30,905 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 VWS is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 VWS, 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

How do I check the history of YK03 VWS?

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What year was YK03 VWS registered?

YK03 VWS is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is YK03 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK03 VWS shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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