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YL03 YWW

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,108 mi
Last recorded94,108 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 94,108 miles

cv boots deteriated slightly-sills corroded-top mounts slight play-exhaust system corroded and flexi slightly deteriated-discs worn

Pass 2 Nov 2012 82,977 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

battery insecure

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 89,277 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

battery insecure

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 83,358 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 73,443 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 61,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 51,789 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Sep 2007 37,861 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 21,504 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 YWW is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YWW, 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 YWW registered?

YL03 YWW is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is YL03 YWW safe to buy?

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