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YM53 YMG

2004 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,065 mi
Last recorded62,065 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 YMG
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 62,065 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 61,672 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 61,305 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 60,926 miles

drivers seat cusion insecure

eml light on

Fail 13 Jan 2016 60,926 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

drivers seat cusion insecure

eml light on

Pass 7 Feb 2015 60,496 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 58,717 miles

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

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

engine light on

Pass 26 Jan 2013 54,596 miles

FRONT TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 18 Jan 2012 49,731 miles

engine light on

rear box slightly corroded

slight play in n/s/f wheel

vehicle showing signs of light corrosion

Fail 31 Jan 2011 44,858 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 44,858 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 40,587 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 35,599 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 29,249 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2008 28,939 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 21,581 miles

2x front tyres

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 YMG is a 2004 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YMG, 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 YMG registered?

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

Is YM53 YMG safe to buy?

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