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YR04 BTE

2004 MG Zr

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,205 mi
Last recorded85,205 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR04 BTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 85,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre on legal limit

Rear flasher bulbs pale

slight noise both rear wheel bearings

wheels off inspection of front brakes pads appear low

Fail 19 Jun 2019 85,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre on legal limit

Rear flasher bulbs pale

slight noise both rear wheel bearings

wheels off inspection of front brakes pads appear low

Pass 12 Jul 2018 72,690 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

handbrake adjustment nearing limit

Pass 28 Jun 2017 68,780 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 65,227 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 60,017 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 56,729 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,778 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 47,660 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 43,134 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,262 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 34,404 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 29,528 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 22,608 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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YR04 BTE is a 2004 MG Zr in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YR04 BTE, 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 YR04 BTE registered?

YR04 BTE is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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The MOT history for YR04 BTE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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