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YP03 HBN

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,913 mi
Last recorded93,913 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 HBN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 93,913 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing edges

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 90,318 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 87,060 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 87,055 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Body has a projection caused by damage side skirt insecure (6.1.C.1)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 83,330 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 83,316 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 78,222 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 73,022 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 68,333 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 61,328 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 58,976 miles

Battery insecure

exhaust mainfold heat sheild corroded insecure

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres very close to fouling when on full lock

poor body repair to front

Fail 11 Mar 2010 58,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Battery insecure

exhaust mainfold heat sheild corroded insecure

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres very close to fouling when on full lock

poor body repair to front

Pass 20 Mar 2009 54,503 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 50,470 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 44,977 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 32,425 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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YP03 HBN is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YP03 HBN, 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.

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What year was YP03 HBN registered?

YP03 HBN is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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