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YL03 OWA

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,716 mi
Last recorded53,716 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 OWA
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 53,716 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 53,715 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Outer (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 52,812 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 52,812 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 50,552 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,777 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 46,307 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 45,245 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 43,938 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 42,058 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 39,083 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 39,083 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 31,204 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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YL03 OWA 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 YL03 OWA, 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.

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What year was YL03 OWA registered?

YL03 OWA is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is YL03 OWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 OWA 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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