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YR53 OGZ

2003 MG Zr

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,516 mi
Last recorded63,516 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 OGZ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 63,516 miles

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)

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 21 May 2013 63,510 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside rear tyre

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 26 May 2012 60,304 miles

N/S/F outer c/v gaiter deteriorated.

N/S/F track rod end has borderline play.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 56,674 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 54,048 miles

eng light is on

Fail 31 Mar 2010 54,048 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

eng light is on

Pass 5 Mar 2009 46,307 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 39,236 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 36,153 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 29,842 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 27,436 miles

Centre 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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YR53 OGZ is a 2003 MG Zr in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OGZ, 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 YR53 OGZ registered?

YR53 OGZ is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is YR53 OGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 OGZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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