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YM03 RFK

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

63,026 mi
Last recorded63,026 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 RFK
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 63,026 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 63,025 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2017 59,555 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2017 59,498 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 May 2016 55,750 miles

Lower exhaust slightly deteriorated

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

Nearside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 May 2015 52,457 miles

Both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

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

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

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

Fail 9 May 2015 52,457 miles

Both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 48,776 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 48,776 miles

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

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

both rear tyres poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2013 43,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 38,654 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 38,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 33,171 miles

engine coolant level below minimum

handbrake lever travel excessive

Fail 18 Nov 2010 33,139 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

engine coolant level below minimum

handbrake lever travel excessive

Pass 7 Jul 2009 27,310 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

COOLANT LEVEL LOW

Fail 7 Jul 2009 27,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW

COOLANT LEVEL LOW

CRACKS ON ALL FOUR TYRE WALLS

Pass 14 Jul 2008 20,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 13,198 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 7,089 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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YM03 RFK is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YM03 RFK, 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 YM03 RFK registered?

YM03 RFK is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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