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YK03 VWT

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,129 mi
Last recorded98,129 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 VWT
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 98,129 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 98,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

coolant level low

Pass 3 Jun 2014 94,789 miles

Coolant leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine warning light on

Fail 3 Jun 2014 94,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Coolant leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine warning light on

Pass 5 Jun 2013 89,972 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 86,287 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 May 2011 80,547 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 67,634 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 67,634 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front tyres wearing on inner edge.

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 54,840 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,939 miles

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

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

all four tyres have tread and side walls starting to crack

Pass 12 Feb 2007 26,541 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,489 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 VWT is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver 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 VWT, 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 VWT registered?

YK03 VWT is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YK03 VWT 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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