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YM52 BDZ

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

116,069 mi
Last recorded116,069 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 BDZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 116,069 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 113,018 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 108,225 miles

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside and offside front seat has slight play

rear wiper split

steering rack has slight mist of oil

Pass 1 Oct 2013 101,938 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 96,107 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)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 96,107 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)

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

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)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 87,318 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

sidewall damage nearside front tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2010 76,801 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 72,386 miles

1/ front tyres wqearing on edges

Pass 3 Mar 2009 61,843 miles

rear brake pads becoming worn.

Pass 29 Feb 2008 53,073 miles

front brake pads becomming worn

Pass 21 Feb 2007 46,903 miles

slight damage to n/s rear tyre outer side wall

Pass 14 Mar 2006 40,638 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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YM52 BDZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YM52 BDZ, 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 YM52 BDZ registered?

YM52 BDZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 22 January 2003.

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