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YM53 YLZ

2004 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,974 mi
Last recorded63,974 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 YLZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 63,974 miles

Rear wiper torn

sill covers fitted not allowing full view

Fail 29 Nov 2016 63,974 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Rear wiper torn

sill covers fitted not allowing full view

Pass 19 Sep 2014 63,561 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 63,560 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 58,522 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2012 54,022 miles

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres worn close to treadwear indicators

offside front brake binding when vehicle raised

Fail 30 Nov 2012 54,022 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear tyres worn close to treadwear indicators

offside front brake binding when vehicle raised

Pass 28 Nov 2011 48,996 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 45,458 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 40,880 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 34,892 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 25,854 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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YM53 YLZ is a 2004 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YM53 YLZ, 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 YM53 YLZ registered?

YM53 YLZ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 31 January 2004.

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