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YP53 FLX

2003 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,112 mi
Last recorded73,112 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 FLX
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 73,112 miles

Both front wiper blades torn on ends but still clearing screen

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre cracking inbetween tread

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 69,194 miles

All brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

Both rear tyres cracking between tread

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2014 63,553 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear tyres have cracks between the treads but not deep enough to reach ply/cords

flexible part of exhaust front pipe deterioating

off side front tyre wearing on edges

oil filter corroded

positive battery lead loose

some brake pipes heavily greased

Fail 6 Jun 2014 63,511 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear tyres have cracks between the treads but not deep enough to reach ply/cords

flexible part of exhaust front pipe deterioating

off side front tyre wearing on edges

oil filter corroded

positive battery lead loose

some brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 7 Jun 2013 56,478 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 56,478 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 50,528 miles

o/s/f brake slightly binding

Pass 11 May 2011 44,208 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 9 May 2011 44,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 May 2010 40,463 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 19 May 2009 34,239 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 May 2008 27,054 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 20,895 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 20,895 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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YP53 FLX is a 2003 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YP53 FLX, 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 YP53 FLX registered?

YP53 FLX is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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