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YS03 SYE

2003 MG Zr

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,001 mi
Last recorded64,001 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 SYE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 64,001 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3MM (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 55,871 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 55,871 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,090 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2013 53,070 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2012 46,523 miles

Front flexi joint blowing

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,359 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 33,024 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 29,571 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)

Pass 27 May 2008 25,543 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,466 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 15,720 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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YS03 SYE is a 2003 MG Zr in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YS03 SYE, 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 YS03 SYE registered?

YS03 SYE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is YS03 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS03 SYE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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