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YR53 AHJ

2003 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,942 mi
Last recorded87,942 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 AHJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 87,942 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 85,182 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Jun 2014 85,182 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 79,854 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 79,854 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 May 2012 74,682 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 74,682 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 68,972 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 64,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 62,830 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 62,810 miles

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

both rear tyres feathering

Pass 13 Mar 2009 61,503 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 61,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 55,975 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2008 55,975 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 50,505 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 42,290 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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YR53 AHJ is a 2003 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YR53 AHJ, 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 YR53 AHJ registered?

YR53 AHJ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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