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YR54 DTY

2004 MG Zr

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,353 mi
Last recorded87,353 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR54 DTY
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2014 87,353 miles

Engine Management Light on

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 84,497 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 78,097 miles

Oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

both front cv boots (outter) perishing

both rear tyre perished and out of shape

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 13 Apr 2012 78,097 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Oil leak

both front cv boots (outter) perishing

both rear tyre perished and out of shape

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 18 Apr 2011 69,741 miles

chip on windscreen outside zone A under 40mm

Pass 3 Jun 2010 57,055 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 42,751 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 37,448 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 37,448 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 29,047 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)

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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YR54 DTY is a 2004 MG Zr in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YR54 DTY, 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 YR54 DTY registered?

YR54 DTY is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is YR54 DTY safe to buy?

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