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YS03 YTE

2003 MG Zr

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,870 mi
Last recorded76,870 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 MG Zr57,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 YTE
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2014 76,870 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 76,797 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

rear silencer heatsheild insecure,will require removal

Pass 5 Jun 2013 69,267 miles

Exhaust corroded, joints and rear box

Front exhaust flex braking up

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear discs corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 59,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 59,998 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 54,143 miles

rear discs heavily corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2010 48,326 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 41,064 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 24,682 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 27,380 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 21,223 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 21,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 YTE is a 2003 MG Zr in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YTE, 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 YTE registered?

YS03 YTE is a 2003 MG Zr, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is YS03 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS03 YTE shows 12 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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