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YS04 NBJ

2004 MG Zr

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,902 mi
Last recorded46,902 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 MG Zr54,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS04 NBJ
MakeMG
ModelZr
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,902 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering gaiter (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

eml on dash

Pass 16 Jul 2015 43,938 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 43,405 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 43,187 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 38,683 miles

both front outer cv boots poor condition /perrished

front indicators showing slightly white light

slight fluid leak from n/s rack boot

Fail 25 Apr 2013 38,640 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front outer cv boots poor condition /perrished

eml light on

front indicators showing slightly white light

slight fluid leak from n/s rack boot

Pass 27 Apr 2012 33,947 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 27,923 miles

Engine light illuminated.

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 24,872 miles

Engine light iluminated on dashboard.

Pass 24 Apr 2009 20,549 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 16,042 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,001 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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YS04 NBJ is a 2004 MG Zr in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YS04 NBJ, 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.

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What year was YS04 NBJ registered?

YS04 NBJ is a 2004 MG Zr, first registered on 28 April 2004.

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