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YL03 FCX

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,147 mi
Last recorded97,147 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 FCX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 97,147 miles

Handbrake leaver shows signs of needing adjustment, but can be satisfactory operated (Rear brakes locked in rollers)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 97,147 miles

Handbrake leaver shows signs of needing adjustment, but can be satisfactory operated (Rear brakes locked in rollers)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 91,130 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 87,359 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 84,959 miles

both front wiper blades split

n/s/f speed sensor cracked

n/s/r indicator starting to show white

o/s/f sub frame modified but not weakened

Pass 29 Jun 2016 77,777 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 77,777 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 70,744 miles

sill covers fitted not allowing corrosion checks

Pass 17 Jun 2014 63,025 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 53,814 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 52,069 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery insecure

nearside front tyre pressure looks low

offside wing mirror loose, held by tape.

Fail 29 Jun 2012 52,069 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

battery insecure

battery insecure

nearside front tyre pressure looks low

offside wing mirror loose, held by tape.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 45,156 miles

both rear tyres deteriated

offside front wing mirror tapped up , but secure

Pass 5 Jan 2010 40,467 miles

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

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

os wing mirror tapped up

Pass 4 Jul 2008 31,374 miles

both rear tyres cracked on side wall

Pass 19 Jun 2007 25,998 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,488 miles

sill covers fitted

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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YL03 FCX is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YL03 FCX, 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 YL03 FCX registered?

YL03 FCX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YL03 FCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 FCX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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