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YL04 NVP

2004 MG Zr

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,597 mi
Last recorded71,597 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 NVP
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 71,597 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 58,250 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 52,571 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,350 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Sep 2013 51,349 miles

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2012 49,141 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 45,288 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 775,534 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,089 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 25,909 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 25,909 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,523 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front and o/s/r tyres slightly perished

Pass 21 Jun 2007 14,499 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 14,499 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)

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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YL04 NVP is a 2004 MG Zr in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 MG Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 54,500 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 YL04 NVP, 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 22 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 YL04 NVP registered?

YL04 NVP is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is YL04 NVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL04 NVP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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