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YR53 ACV

2003 MG Z

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,421 mi
Last recorded40,421 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 MG Z43,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 ACV
MakeMG
ModelZ
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2008 40,421 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 40,421 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 39,954 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 23,928 miles

How Reliable is the MG Z?

Based on 651 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
7,842
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Stop lamp not working 18
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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YR53 ACV is a 2003 MG Z in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 MG Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 43,751 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Z fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR53 ACV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Z typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YR53 ACV registered?

YR53 ACV is a 2003 MG Z, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is YR53 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 ACV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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