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YM03 RUW

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

59,595 mi
Last recorded59,595 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM03 RUW
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 59,595 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 59,577 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill near axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle and connecting components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 58,447 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner and outer body sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 58,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL CORRODED AND HAS HOLE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 May 2021 57,087 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2021 57,087 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 55,634 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 50,256 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 49,810 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has nail in it (5.2.3 (e))

advise park brake travel long

Pass 26 Jul 2017 49,250 miles

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

advise both rear brake discs surface corrosion

advise exhaust heavily corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2017 49,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

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

advise both rear brake discs surface corrosion

advise exhaust heavily corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2016 47,940 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 42,228 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 38,395 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,455 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,071 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 28,819 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 26,914 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 23,404 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 23,404 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,919 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 14,297 miles

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

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

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 RUW is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YM03 RUW, 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 RUW registered?

YM03 RUW is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is YM03 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM03 RUW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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