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YP53 USN

2003 MG Zr

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

78,273 mi
Last recorded78,273 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 USN
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 78,273 miles

slight oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2020 73,404 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 73,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 69,614 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2018 66,174 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2017 61,281 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 53,820 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 5 Jul 2016 53,820 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 50,108 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 45,560 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2013 41,429 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 36,508 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 32,002 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 27,461 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 21,803 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,803 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 16,420 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,586 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 9,024 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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YP53 USN is a 2003 MG Zr in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 USN, 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 USN registered?

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

Is YP53 USN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 USN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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